# Surging Demand for Solar Power Stations in Malaysia Amid Energy Supply Worries *Author: Solar PV Expert | Category: news | Published: Wed Jun 10 2026 09:18:16 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)* ### English * **Rising Popularity of Backup Power:** Driven by fears of energy disruptions linked to Middle East geopolitical tensions, Malaysians are increasingly purchasing portable solar power stations and survival gear. * **Market Growth:** Sellers report significant sales spikes; for instance, one retailer saw monthly sales of power stations increase from 10 to 50 units. * **Price Trends:** Solar power station prices have risen by approximately 20% since February due to increased demand and supply chain pressures. * **Diverse Product Range:** Portable units range from RM200 to RM3,000, while comprehensive home rooftop systems can cost up to RM45,000. * **Cost-Efficiency Motivation:** Beyond emergency backup, households are turning to solar to mitigate rising electricity bills caused by higher coal and gas prices. * **Inventory Shortages:** High demand has depleted local stock, with several online sellers expecting new shipments only between mid-May and early June. ### 中文 * **备用电源需求激增:** 受中东地缘政治紧张局势引发的能源供应中断担忧影响,马来西亚民众对便携式太阳能电站和应急装备的需求显著增加。 * **市场增长:** 零售商报告销量大幅上升,有业者指出其太阳能电站的月销量从以往的10台增长至50台。 * **价格趋势:** 自2月以来,受需求增长和供应链压力影响,太阳能电站的价格已上涨约20%。 * **产品多样化:** 便携式电站价格在200至3,000令吉之间,而全套家用屋顶太阳能系统的成本则高达45,000令吉。 * **成本节约驱动:** 除了作为应急备份,家庭用户正转向太阳能,以缓解煤炭和天然气价格上涨带来的电费压力。 * **库存紧张:** 旺盛的市场需求导致库存告急,部分电商卖家预计新货源要到5月中旬至6月初才能到货。