This Week In Energy Transition - Malaysia's Renewable Energy Surge Spurs Economic Growth

Recent developments in Malaysia's renewable energy sector highlight a significant shift towards sustainable energy solutions, driven by large-scale initiatives and collaboration among key players. Founder Group Limited, a prominent provider of engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning (EPCC) solutions for solar photovoltaic systems, is proactively aligning itself with this burgeoning market. With an anticipated increase in EPCC contract value up to RM17.4 billion [USD4.1 billion], the sector is poised for expansion, bolstered by programs such as LSS Petra, LSS Petra 5+, and the Corporate Renewable Energy Supply Scheme (CRESS). These initiatives not only support the growth of renewable energy but also enhance Malaysia’s digital infrastructure by providing stable, cost-effective power solutions, essential for data centers and AI development in the region.

In other trading, IREN (NasdaqGS:IREN) was trading firmly up 12.9% and ending trading at $47.14, not far from its 52-week high. On Monday, the company expanded its AI Cloud capacity to 23k GPUs, targeting over $500 million in annualized revenue by Q1 2026. Meanwhile, Adani Power (NSEI:ADANIPOWER) lagged, down 11% to finish the session at ₹144.50.

Adani Power's strategic capacity expansion targets 12 GW by 2030. Discover more about their growth strategy and potential opportunities in our in-depth narrative.

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• "Founder Group Limited to Significantly Benefit From up to RM17.4 billion [USD4.1 billion] Solar EPCC Contract Value Expected to Ignite Green Energy, Data Center Expansion and National AI Ambitions in Malaysia" from Founder Group Limited on GlobeNewswire (published 24 September 2025)

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