Every month, Malaysians brace themselves for their electricity bills, especially after blasting the aircond during a heatwave. But here’s the irony, the same scorching sun that’s making you sweat is also the key to reducing your energy costs. However, most people still keep relying on expensive electricity and watch their bills climb higher. So, ever wondered how much money is slipping through your fingers just because you haven’t switched to solar?
Electricity bills in Malaysia aren’t getting any cheaper. On average, households spend between RM200 to RM1,000+ per month—and that number keeps going up. But what does that look like over time? Allow us to do some small calculations for you here. If your monthly electricity bill is around RM300, guess what? Over 10 years, that’s already amounting to RM36,000 worth of money that could have stayed in your bank account instead of going straight to TNB. That amount of money could’ve gone for something much better such as a car upgrade, home improvements, or even a vacation. But without solar? That money is gone, month after month. Then over the next 25 years, you already paid over RM90,000 for electricity bills only! And that’s assuming rates don’t increase (which, let’s be honest, they always do).
Meanwhile, homeowners who installed solar years ago are enjoying free electricity today. Imagine how much extra cash you’d have if your bill was slashed by 60% or more. One of the biggest reasons Malaysians hesitate to go solar is the upfront cost. But here’s the thing, solar isn’t an expense, it’s an investment that may break even within a few years. Plus, our monthly electricity bills aren’t getting any cheaper either.
Here’s what you need to know if you have the same concern: Financing makes it affordable – Many providers offer 0% installment plans or leasing options, so you don’t need a huge upfront payment. Government incentives help – The Net Energy Metering (NEM) program lets you sell excess energy back to TNB, cutting down your bill even more. Electricity rates are rising – With TNB’s tariff increase of 14.2% from 39.95 sen/kWh to 45.62 sen per kilowatt hour (kWh) starting on 1st July 2025, solar lets you lock in lower energy costs for 20+ years.
So, the real question is: Do you want to keep paying TNB forever, or invest in something that saves you money in the long run? Maybe you’re thinking, “I’ll wait a little longer to decide.” But let’s do some quick math. If your electricity bill is RM500 per month, that’s RM6,000 per year. If you wait another 5 years, that’s RM30,000 gone—money that could have been used to offset a solar system. And since electricity rates tend to increase, the longer you wait, the more you lose.
Still unsure? Let’s look at what happens if you keep relying only on TNB: You’ll keep paying more every year – TNB tariffs aren’t going down. You’re spending money with no return – Unlike solar, which actually saves you money. You’re missing out on government incentives – Which make solar more affordable now than it ever was. Solar isn’t just about saving the environment, it’s about saving your hard-earned money. Every month without solar is equal to money wasted on rising electricity bills. So, how much longer are you willing to pay more than you have to?
Time to switch to solar is now.
