ruhanjaya Tenaga – Energy Commission of Malaysia​

Suruhanjaya Tenaga (ST), also known as the Energy Commission of Malaysia, is the statutory body responsible for regulating the electricity and piped gas supply industries in Peninsular Malaysia and Sabah. Established under the Energy Commission Act 2001, ST commenced operations on January 1, 2002, succeeding the Department of Electricity and Gas Supply.

Core Functions

ST's primary roles encompass:​

• Economic Regulation: Promoting efficiency and competition in electricity and gas supply, ensuring fair pricing and preventing monopolistic practices.​
• Technical Regulation: Ensuring the security, reliability, and safety of electricity and gas systems through the development and enforcement of technical codes and standards.​
• Safety Regulation: Protecting individuals and property from hazards associated with electricity and gas supply.​
• Consumer Protection: Empowering consumers while ensuring adequate protection measures in areas such as dispute resolution, affordability of services, and service availability.