PAKAN: Sarawak Skills has launched a community-based training initiative titled ‘Introduction to Electrical Installation and Solar Energy Training’, aimed at equipping rural communities with foundational knowledge in electricity, safe installation practices, and renewable energy applications.
The programme is designed to train participants in the principles of electricity and electrical installation while introducing them to solar power as a sustainable energy solution.
It brings together young participants and longhouse chiefs from across Pakan through a combination of theoretical lessons and hands-on practical sessions.
Participants are taught the essentials of safe electrical work, including the testing and maintenance of domestic wiring systems, as well as the fundamentals of solar energy conversion.
The training also provides an overview of different solar system types, including on-grid, off-grid, and hybrid systems, as well as key components such as inverters, batteries, and charge controllers.
Sarawak Skills’ Executive Director, Hallman Sabri, emphasised the importance of such initiatives in supporting Sarawak’s broader vision for sustainable and inclusive growth.
“This programme is part of our ongoing commitment to equip Sarawakians with the skills and knowledge necessary for a sustainable future,” he said.
“By promoting renewable energy literacy and safe electrical practices, we are not only uplifting communities but also supporting the state’s agenda to address climate change and reduce carbon emissions.”
The initiative also reflects Sarawak Skills’ mission to strengthen rural capacity in both electrical installation and renewable energy, aligning with the State’s drive to promote sustainable rural development under its Post COVID-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030.
By equipping local communities with practical skills, the programme seeks to inspire the adoption of solar energy as a viable and environmentally friendly alternative to conventional power sources, especially in rural areas where access to electricity remains limited.
“As Sarawak advances its renewable energy agenda, initiatives like this ensure that rural communities are not left behind in the transition toward a greener and more sustainable future,” Hallman added.
