With the Brunei Vision 2035, Brunei should make more use of easily available solar energy as it will offer many benefits such as energy diversity, job opportunities and reduced consumption of fossil fuels (Aziz Idris, 2011). Abu Dhabi's active approaches on solar PV systems should be followed by Brunei as they have already produced promising results and now many buildings have started to install solar panels on their roofs (Todorova, 2014). While awareness campaigns are important, Brunei Darussalam should start acting aggressively to promote solar energy as there is no more trial and error as Abu Dhabi has already proven how efficient and clean solar energy is (Binsal Abdul Khadeer, 2014). Even though the traditional method of generating electricity is cheap, the Brunei government should show the public how solar energy could be more financially beneficial. The government should increase electricity bills generated by fossil fuels and homes in Brunei Darussalam should be encouraged to install solar panels on their roofs. It is unlikely that solar energy will replace oil and gas as the main method of producing electricity, however, over time, if the government begins to act actively and people welcome the idea and quickly adapt to solar energy, there could be a decline in dependence on non-renewable energy sources. This will ensure that Brunei Darussalam's remaining oil and gas reserves are used for other functions such as the production of plastics, chemicals and fertilizers, as well as vehicle fuel, which would bring a boost to Brunei Darussalam's economy. The Brunei government should encourage the use of energy saving items. But currently there are restrictions that prevent individuals from opting for renewables
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