Premier to launch Sarawak Energy Transition Policy in Kuching Aug 11
KUCHING (Aug 9): The Sarawak Energy Transition Policy (SET-P) will be launched during the Ministry of Energy and Environmental Sustainability's Public-Industry Engagement Day at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching this Monday (Aug 11).
The ministry in a statement said the policy outlines the Sarawak government's comprehensive strategies for transitioning towards a cleaner, more resilient and inclusive energy landscape.
Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg is expected to officiate at the launching ceremony.
'SET-P, among others, serves as the key opportunity to explore potential investments for businesses or collaboration.
'This inaugural event aims to raise public and industry awareness and foster meaningful dialogues with relevant stakeholders on the Sarawak government's policies related to energy and sustainability,' it said.
The policies are Sarawak Sustainability Blueprint (SSB), Sarawak Hydrogen Economy Roadmap (SHER) and Sarawak Energy Transition Policy (SET-P).
Interactive engagement sessions will provide stakeholders with the opportunity to gain key insights into these forward-looking policies, with emphasis on how they impact and involve industry players, community members, and civil society.
The ministry added that it will provide further information and policy developments after the event to ensure continued awareness and alignment with Sarawak's energy transition agenda. Abang Johari Kuching Sarawak Energy Transition Policy
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