The socio-economic impact is one of the important sustainability indicators in the energy production system [39]. This can be measured from the electricity coverage. In Malaysia, most of the areas of Peninsular Malaysia are well electrified, but more attention should be placed on improving power coverage in Sabah and Sarawak
[40]. Even though power coverage in West Malaysia has almost reached the desired maximum level, the states in Eastern Malaysia are still experiencing less than 81% electrification coverage (Table 4). Thus, exploiting the readily available palm oil
biomass resources, particularly in these states, is the wisest way to meet their electricity needs.