25-06-2025
Science-based approach guiding Sarawak towards low-carbon status, says Awg Tengah
Len Talif (centre) and Jack (second from left), along with guests and workshop participants, pose for a group photo after the closing ceremony.
KUCHING (June 25): Sarawak is moving towards becoming a low-carbon state through a science-based, innovative and inclusive approach, said Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Awang Tengah Ali Hasan.
The Second State Minister for Natural Resources and Urban Development said other efforts include the enactment of the Environment (Reduction of Greenhouse Gases Emission) Ordinance 2023, implementation of the state's climate change policy, and investments in renewable energy such as hydroelectric, solar and biomass.
'All these initiatives are aligned with Sarawak's aspiration to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 and become a regional leader in the green economy,' he said in a speech for the closing ceremony of a workshop for Environmental Lovers Club (PALS) teacher advisors, here today.
The text of his speech was read by State Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Urban Development Datuk Len Talif Salleh.
The event was attended by representatives from 100 schools across the state.
Awang Tengah added that at the school level, PALS serves as a key platform in educating students on environmental sustainability.
In this regard, he welcomed all efforts spearheaded by the Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB) and other strategic partners in strengthening environmental education, including major initiatives such as the establishment of PALS in all schools across the state.
'As proof of the Sarawak government's commitment to sustainability education, Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg approved a special grant of RM13.7 million last year to support the establishment of PALS clubs in all schools by 2030 or earlier, in line with the aspiration to make Sarawak a green, healthy and sustainable state,' he said.
The grant, he added, reflects the government's seriousness in involving the younger generation directly in conservation and preservation efforts.
On the workshop, Awang Tengah said it was a timely effort toward strengthening educators' capacity to effectively deliver sustainability messages and to inspire students to actively participate in conservation.
Also present at the closing ceremony were NREB Sarawak Environmental Quality Controller Datu Jack Liam, and Sarawak Education Department deputy director (Planning Sector) Dr Abang Andam @ Abang Adam Abang Deli. Awang Tengah innovative low-carbon Science
