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By Peter Sibon, KUCHING: The vital ‘reliability run’ of Bakun Hydroelectric Dam will start today (July 6, 2011) before power can be tapped for commercialisation by Aug 6, says Sarawak Hidro Sdn Bhd managing director and chief executive officer Zulkiflie Osman. He said the ‘reliability run’ which is the last phase in a series of trial runs before commercialisation must be carried out within one month.

By Ibrahim Ngah On October 13, 2010 the Sarawak Hidro Sdn Bhd in a statement mentioned that they have successfully closed the valves of water tunnels of Bakun dam after receiving the Certificate of Reservoir from Sarawak Ministry of Public Works.  After more than two decades of struggle the construction of the biggest and most controversial hydro dam in Southeast Asia , was at last completed and ready to proceed to the stage of operating the hydroelectricity supply.

contributed by: Glo R. Abaeo The mini SUV entered the territories of Bakun, Benguet and the scenery suddenly changed. It was just a few meters from the arc denoting the municipality boundary with Sinipsip and the road dipped further down. I was enthralled by the lush vegetations and thick wooded areas throughout the ride that I forgot to look further up beyond the trees. It was after quite awhile when I did look up to see the cause of the rich dampness of the soil. The mountains were as high and wide, creating a natural barrier of mountains like a fence, surrounding the valleys within.  Like a protective Madonna embracing the Child, Bakun is safe within itself, safe and comfortable as can be, being lulled to peaceful existence by the sounds of nature and the numerous waterfalls around those mountain walls.