07-05-2025
Green practices must for all councils: Limus
Published on: Wednesday, May 07, 2025
Published on: Wed, May 07, 2025
By: Hayati Dzulkifli Text Size: 'KKTP is actively working to strengthen and sustain every planning initiative, including landscape planning, in the pursuit of sustainable development,' Limus said. KUALA PENYU: All local authorities (PBTs) in Sabah are encouraged to practice environmental sustainability through adoption of green practices in every development projects in their respective districts. Assistant Minister of Works, Datuk Limus Jury, said this effort including reduce negative impacts to the earth through green practices, aims to preserve natural resources while emphasising the concept of a sustainable circular economy. He said this is also in line with PBTs as the backbone and key indicators in implementing programmes or projects that focus on achieving sustainable landscape development. 'KKTP is actively working to strengthen and sustain every planning initiative, including landscape planning, in the pursuit of sustainable development,' Limus said. 'Therefore, PBTs must also support the efforts of KKTP which serves as the driver and catalyst in formulating the State's guidelines and direction, as well as in coordinating more organised and high-quality landscape development.' He said this when officiating an I-Hijau Roadshow Program (KKTP Green Initiative, Sabah Maju Jaya Aspiration) 2025, organised by KKTP and Kuala Penyu District Council held at Dato' Syahbandar Makang hall, here, recently. The programme serves as a platform that involves the entire community of Kuala Penyu in taking collective action to preserve the sustainability of their surrounding landscape. In this regard, the I-Hijau KKTP programme, serves as a platform and catalyst for green initiatives throughout the State and represent the Ministry's ongoing efforts to promote green practices. It began with the 'I-Hijau KKTP' Festival in 2023 and KKTP approved the I-Hijau KKTP Roadshow, to be brought to Kuala Penyu for the first time and after this, the roadshow will continue to be held in Tenom. Limus, who is also Kuala Penyu Assemblyman, said there are five key principles in implementing a sustainable circular economy that they can work towards: Efficient Use of Resources – to prevent waste and maximize the reuse and recycling of materials.
Carbon Footprint Reduction – to lower carbon emissions that contribute to global warming.
Development of a Social and Inclusive Economy – by prioritising human well-being.
Environmental Sustainability – aligned with the goals of a circular economy and aimed at preserving the natural environment.
Advancement of Green Technology and Innovation – to support sustainability through the adoption of environmentally friendly and innovative technologies. In addressing climate change, Limus said the community must work together to implement environmental sustainability efforts in an integrated and balanced manner. 'This responsibility must be shouldered by all quarters to ensure the sustainability of both current and future generations. 'We believe that the key to resolving the climate crisis lies in reducing carbon dioxide emissions and transforming society to safeguard the environment,' he said. Following this, Limus called on all residents here to embrace positive values to ensure the sustainability and preservation of the district. He said the habit of throwing garbage and waste from vehicles onto the road must be curbed and completely eliminated. 'Cleanliness and preserving the beauty of the local environment aligns with the district's vision and its transformation into a new tourism hub in the country. 'We must work hand-in-hand – especially community leaders and the people – to support the implementation of the Kuala Penyu Sustainable Village Programme, which was launched by the KKTP Minister Datuk Seri Dr Joachim Gunsalam on Nov 23 last year, at the Monsoi Point. 'This programme, introduced by the Kuala Penyu District Council, is an excellent initiative to help guide the community in managing natural resources holistically and to foster village development in the social and economic spheres – ultimately creating a sustainable, peaceful, and prosperous community,' he said. Therefore, Limus described the implementation of the I-Hijau 2025 Roadshow Program as highly appropriate, serving as a catalyst for the community – particularly in Kuala Penyu – to progress toward becoming a liveable and sustainable society, in line with KKTP's vision: 'Driving Sustainable Development and Achieving Community Well-being.' Also present were Kuala Penyu District Officer Nelson Domil Oluk, KKTP Principal Assistant Secretary (Landscape) Nurulhayati Awang More, Kuala Penyu District Council Executive Officer John Genchit, who also chairs the District-Level Implementation Committee, along with executive officers from local authorities across the State, department heads, representatives from various government agencies, and community leaders.
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