What is the primary energy supply of Brunei?

The primary energy supply of Brunei comes exclusively from fossil fuels (Figure 1) with total of 3,420 ktoe. The majority of natural gas is exported. Nevertheless, the domestic natural gas utilisation still dominants the primary energy supply (80%). Oil covers the remaining 20% of primary energy supply.

Will Brunei cover 10% of its electricity consumption by 2035?

According to Brunei Energy White Paper, the country is planning to cover 10% (954 GWh) of its electricity consumption from renewable energy by the year of 2035. The document sets the ground for the renewable energy policy.

Does Brunei use natural gas?

The majority of natural gas is exported. Nevertheless, the domestic natural gas utilisation still dominants the primary energy supply (80%). Oil covers the remaining 20% of primary energy supply. Brunei’s total energy supply is declining in proportional due to low oil price in 2016 which makes Brunei held their oil production.

How can Brunei reduce energy consumption?

Brunei has implemented the National Appliance Standards and Labelling Regulation, which aims at reducing domestic energy consumption in order to enable higher exports of gas. The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Program envisages the reduction of energy use by 45% by 2035 based in 2005 level

Why does Brunei have a low energy supply?

Brunei’s total energy supply is declining in proportional due to low oil price in 2016 which makes Brunei held their oil production. Figure 2 presents the electricity generation in the power sector.

What is Brunei aiming to achieve in 2035?

The target is to increase the share of Renewable energy in the total power generation mix by 10% or 954,000 MWh in 2035 and at the same time to reduce energy intensity by 45% in line with Brunei’s commitment to Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC). with total of 3,420 ktoe. The majority of natural gas is exported.