KUCHING: The Sarawak government has taken commendable strides in combating climate change in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Deputy Economy Minister Datuk Hanifah Hajar Taib said initiatives such as the promotion of hydro-powered electricity, carbon capture utilisation and storage (CCUS), creation of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), and the hydrogen-powered Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) system, have demonstrated the commitment to reducing carbon footprint and embracing cleaner, greener technologies.
She said Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg’s leadership on sustainable development not only serves as an example for other nations to follow suit, but a great contribution to healing residents, habitants and beloved mother earth.
“Sustainable development holds profound significance in Sarawak.
“Our land is not just a place of breath-taking natural beauty where indigenous communities have harmoniously coexisted with the environment for generations,” she said at the closing of the two-day Malaysia Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Summit 2023: Sarawak Region held here Tuesday.
The Sarawak government, she said, has led the way in terms of sustainable developments thanks to its policies that both protect the environment, still ensuring that no one gets left behind in this new age of the digital economy.
“We, as Sarawakians, understand the value of preserving our unique heritage while embracing progress. Let us remember that our commitment to sustainable development in Sarawak is not a mere obligation but a testament to our profound respect for the land we call home,” she said.
“As we move forward, we pledge to continue nurturing our natural wonders, preserving our unique heritage, and building a future where prosperity coexists harmoniously with sustainability,” she added.
The Malaysia SDG Summit 2023: Sarawak Region, a collaborative effort between the Regional Corridor Development Authority (RECODA), the Ministry of Economy, and Pustaka Negeri Sarawak, brought together 46 speakers to discuss the 17 SDGs set by the United Nations. This summit aims to foster innovation, mobilise resources, and pave the way for a sustainable future for Sarawak and the nation.
The event also featured nine career booths, operated by OCIM Sdn Bhd, Sakura Ferroalloys Sdn Bhd, Longi Malaysia Sdn Bhd, Press Metal Bintulu Sdn Bhd, OM Materials (Sarawak) Sdn Bhd, Hilton Hotels, SACOFA Sdn Bhd, Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas), and RECODA.
Additionally, activities for youth were organised by Malaysial Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), including a Digital Making Workshop for 30 students, where they delved into the world of coding.
