GEORGE TOWN, June 4 — Penang will implement new water tariff rates from July 1, 2026, following a one-year deferment approved by the state government.
State Infrastructure, Transport and Digital Committee chairman Zairil Khir Johari said the revision is necessary to sustain reliable water supply services.
Fund key infrastructure projects and encourage more responsible water consumption. Under the new rates, about 82 per cent of domestic consumers.
Who use 35 cubic metres or less per month will face a maximum increase of RM2.55 per month, while non-domestic users consuming up to 500 cubic metres.
Will see a maximum increase of RM77.70. Zairil said Penang recorded the highest domestic water consumption rate in Malaysia at 267 litres per capita per day in 2025.
Additional revenue generated from the tariff revision will help fund major projects under the Water Contingency Plan 2030.
Including the new Mengkuang Park Water Treatment Plant, Sungai Perai Water Treatment Plant and expansion works at the Sungai Dua treatment facility to ensure long-term water security for the state’s 1.8 million residents.
