Sabah leads with new carbon governance law
Published on: Thu, Jul 24, 2025 Text Size: Nizam visits one of the exhibition booths at the programme. - Pic by CMD SEMPORNA: Sabah has taken the lead nationally in environmental governance with the passing of the Climate Change and Carbon Governance Enactment 2025, said Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor. He said the law will protect native rights through the Prior Informed Consent (PIC) process and support community involvement in climate action. Hajiji, in a speech delivered by Assistant MInister to the Chief Minister Datuk Nizam Abu Bakar Titingan at the World Biodiversity Day celebration here, said the theme "Harmony with Nature and Sustainable Development" reflects the State's commitment to balancing development and conservation. Sabah is also pioneering the Blue Economy under its SMJ development agenda, including exploring renewable energy through Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion in Tawau and a Seaweed Mapping Project with UMS and Yayasan Petronas. The Chief Minister urged all parties to work together in protecting biodiversity and pledged continued support for green-focused development that benefits both people and nature. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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