Dutch Lady Milk Industries Berhad (DLMI) has entered into a long-term Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Pekat Solar Sdn Bhd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Pekat Group Berhad (Pekat), to accelerate its transition to renewable energy through the deployment of a rooftop solar system at its DLMI@Enstek manufacturing facility.
Under the agreement, Pekat will design, install, own and operate the system, while DLMI will purchase the electricity generated. This model allows DLMI to adopt renewable energy without upfront capital investment, while enhancing cost predictability and long-term operational efficiency.
The project will involve the construction and installation of solar panels across key buildings at the site, including the Distribution Centre (DC), Administration Building and Employee Parking area.
Once operational, the system is expected to generate approximately 4.9 million kWh of renewable electricity annually, offsetting up to 24% of the plant’s total electricity consumption.
Construction is expected to commence in June 2026, with operations projected to begin in December 2026. The project will run under a 15-year agreement, strengthening DLMI’s ability to manage energy cost volatility while supporting long-term business continuity.
This initiative supports DLMI’s target to achieve a 30% reduction in emissions and energy intensity by 2030. It also aligns with Malaysia’s National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR), reinforcing the private sector’s role in advancing the country’s renewable energy ambitions.
DLMI Managing Director Veronika Utami said:
“At DLMI, our responsibility goes beyond nourishing Malaysians with quality and nutritious dairy products. It also means doing so in a way that is sustainable for the future.
“This partnership reflects a deliberate step in strengthening how we operate, reducing our environmental footprint while ensuring resilience in a changing energy landscape.”
Pekat Group Chief Executive Officer Tai Yee Chee said:
“This partnership with DLMI is more than a solar installation — it is a testament to what is possible when industry leaders take decisive action in building a more resilient and sustainable Malaysia.
“Pekat is honoured to support DLMI in reducing its carbon footprint and driving energy cost efficiency. Together, we are demonstrating that sustainability and operational excellence are not trade-offs, but complementary pursuits that define the future of Malaysian manufacturing.”
This collaboration reflects DLMI’s continued focus on strengthening its operations while building greater resilience into its business.
As energy remains a critical input in manufacturing, initiatives like this position DLMI to take a more structured and forward-looking approach to powering its facilities.
The company remains focused on delivering consistent quality and value to Malaysian consumers while ensuring its operations are fit for the long term.
