Malaysia has launched the Sustainable Rebate and Incentive Assistance (SuRIA) Home initiative to help reduce electricity bills through residential rooftop solar installations amid the global energy supply crisis [1, 2]. Announced on May 22, 2026, by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof during the PETRA monthly assembly, the program allocates RM150 million in funding to support domestic solar adoption [1, 2].
Eligible Malaysian individual low voltage consumers with Solar Accelerated Transition Action Programme (Solar ATAP) systems successfully operating with Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB) can claim rebates of RM600 per 1kWac installed, capped at RM3,000 for a maximum 5kWac solar capacity per household [1, 2]. Only one claim per eligible individual is allowed [1, 2]. Abuse of the application system, including by solar providers, may lead to blacklisting from future incentives [1, 2].
The government expects the scheme to benefit between 45,000 and 50,000 homes nationwide with a cumulative solar capacity target of around 250MW. Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said the program aims to expand the use of residential rooftop solar across Malaysia [1]. He also noted that rebate implementation begins on June 1, 2026, on a first come, first served basis [2].
To qualify for rebates, solar installations must commence operations by December 31, 2026, or until the 250MW quota is fully allocated [1, 2]. The program targets domestic households to encourage solar uptake and help mitigate rising energy costs.
The initial launch in May 2026 set the groundwork for rebate claims to open the following month, establishing clear eligibility and a funding limit to support the transition to cleaner energy in Malaysian homes [1, 2]. The government will monitor participation and adherence to program rules to ensure fair access and avoid misuse.
Rebate claims are active as of today, June 21, 2026, with demand expected to grow as homeowners apply for support to install rooftop solar systems before the year-end deadline [1, 2].
