Summary of Reddit Comments on Renewable Energy in Singapore

Australia-Asia Power Link Project

• Led by SunCable to build a solar farm with a clean energy generation capacity of up to 10 gigawatts in Australia's Northern Territory.
• Aims to transmit clean power to Darwin and export renewable energy to Singapore through subsea cabling.
• Challenges include negotiating land use, agreements along the route, and financing.
• The approval is only for a quarter of the proposed size for generation.
• Potential challenges include transmitting power over 4,300 km and the economic feasibility.
• Some believe Australia should focus on supplying domestic power before exporting.
• Concerns about environmental impact, land use, and feasibility.

Malaysia Restricting Renewable Energy to Singapore

• Malaysia's decision to restrict the export of renewable energy to Singapore for the benefit of its local industry.
• Political implications of the decision for Malaysia's RE players and the dominance of Petronas.
• Speculation on Malaysia's motivations and the impact on trade relations with Singapore.
• Some express skepticism about the decision's longevity and potential flip-flopping in the future.

General Comments

• Calls for more focus on nuclear energy as a solution.
• Discussion on the relevance of green electricity and renewable energy certificates (RECs).
• Concerns about intermittency of solar energy and grid reliability.
• Scepticism towards political motivations and diplomatic tensions affecting energy cooperation.
• Comments on the overall development of renewable energy projects and concerns about feasibility and economic sustainability.

This summary reflects a range of perspectives, including optimism, skepticism, and critical analysis of the proposed renewable energy projects and government decisions related to energy export and cooperation.