KOTA KINABALU (ANN/THE STAR) – Three remote Sabah villages—Kampung Pulau Berhala (Sandakan), Kampung Tanjung Batu (Sukau), and Kampung Paris (Kinabatangan)—will soon gain access to cleaner water through a solar-powered nano filtration system, part of the state government’s initiative to provide clean drinking water to rural communities.
State-owned Jetama Sdn Bhd will undertake the project. Its chairman Liau Fui Fui said seven other villages would also benefit once details were finalised.
“The project offers a sustainable solution for clean drinking water in remote areas. The system is eco-friendly and portable, making it ideal,” he said during an exhibition at the Sabah International Blue Economy Conference 2024 on Saturday.
The event was officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, with Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor and Jetama chief executive officer Datuk Ahmad Naim Uddang also present.
Liau said the system uses solar energy to power water treatment units, which is a key advantage.
“It is cost-effective, with minimal operational costs once installed. The system runs on sunlight and does not require chemicals,” he added.
Each unit was said to be able to supply clean drinking water for up to 5,000 villagers, alongside helping communities without access to grid electricity.
