- More than 97% of Malaysian homes remain without rooftop solar, presenting growth potential
- Embedded protection safeguards solar systems against accidental damage and loss of electricity savings
- Enables homeowners to adopt solar with greater confidence and financial assurance
The collaboration brings together Verdant Solar’s residential rooftop solar installation capabilities with Tune Protect’s insurance solutions, offering homeowners a more secure and customer-centric solar experience, complete with embedded protection from the start.
As Malaysia accelerates its energy transition through initiatives such as the Solar Accelerated Transition Action Programme (“Solar ATAP”), interest in residential solar continues to grow. Yet, over 97% of Malaysian homes remain without rooftop solar, highlighting a significant opportunity to expand renewable energy adoption at the household level.
By integrating insurance protection directly into the installation package, the model addresses common concerns around financial risks, system damage and unexpected operational disruptions. The result is a seamless end-to-end solution designed to make green living simpler, safer and more practical for households nationwide.
Hans-Joachim Zimmermann (“Hans-Joachim”), Appointed Representative of Tune Protect Malaysia, said, “Today’s launch represents a new approach to supporting Malaysia’s energy transition at the household level. As more homeowners explore rooftop solar, their long-term investments must be supported by protection that provides greater peace of mind.”
He added, “At Tune Protect, we believe insurance plays an important role in enabling sustainability by empowering people to adopt greener solutions confidently. Integrating protection into solar installations aligns with our Sustainability tagline, ‘In Tune for a Better Tomorrow,’ and reinforces our commitment to embedding ESG principles into our business and customer experience.”
Tune Protect’s sustainability strategy is anchored in its ESG framework, emphasising responsible governance, sustainable business practices, environmental stewardship and community impact. The company has outlined a Net Zero Roadmap for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050 and has committed to a zero-coal underwriting portfolio since August 2023.
Supporting household solar adoption complements these commitments by encouraging renewable energy usage within communities and strengthening climate resilience.
Supporting Sustainable Living Through Protection
Under the partnership, homeowners who install solar systems through Verdant Solar will automatically receive insurance protection provided by Tune Protect Malaysia as part of a fully integrated solution.
The coverage includes:
- Protections against accidental loss or damage caused by storms, fire or other unforeseen events
- Coverage for loss of electricity savings arising from system downtime caused by insured damage
Verdant Solar is one of Malaysia’s leading residential solar installers, holding the Malaysian Book of Records title for ‘Most PV Homes Installed’ three years in a row and a strong track record in delivering reliable, high quality solar solutions.
Zeth Lim, Chief Executive Officer of Verdant Solar Sdn Bhd, said, “Today marks an important milestone for Verdant Solar and Tune Protect, as our partnership integrates insurance coverage with rooftop solar installations, strengthening consumer confidence as solar adoption in Malaysia continues to move into the mainstream.
“With more than 97% of Malaysian households yet to install solar despite abundant sunlight and supportive initiatives such as Solar ATAP, this collaboration aims to make solar a more secure, accessible and attractive option for homeowners seeking both environmental and long-term financial benefits, while supporting Malaysia’s National Energy Transition Roadmap target of achieving 70% renewable energy capacity by 2050.”
Supporting Malaysia’s Renewable Energy Transition
As Malaysia expands its renewable energy capacity, residential solar is expected to play an increasingly vital role in achieving the nation’s sustainability goals.
Solar power currently accounts for the largest share of Malaysia’s renewable energy capacity, and policy initiatives such as the Solar ATAP are enhancing market clarity and supporting long-term residential adoption. The programme allows homeowners to optimise system sizes based on actual energy needs, making solar more accessible and economically viable. These developments support Malaysia’s ambition of achieving 70% renewable energy capacity by 20501, with solar positioned as a central driver of this goal.
Hans-Joachim added, “Solar systems are significant long-term investment, yet they remain vulnerable to unexpected incidents such as storms, lightning or falling objects. While warranties typically cover defects, they do not address accidental damage or loss of electricity savings. Our role is to bridge this gap to make sustainable living a practical, secure, and achievable for every Malaysian household.”
Through this partnership, Tune Protect and Verdant Solar aim to contribute meaningfully to Malaysia’s sustainability agenda while empowering more households to participate in the nation’s energy transition.
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