Sarawak's Green Innovation Hub: Premier Abang Johari Embraces Sustainability
Key Ideas
- Sarawak under Premier Abang Johari is positioning itself as a green innovation hub by welcoming partnerships and investments in clean energy, digital technology, and sustainable industries.
- The Sarawak Sustainability Blueprint launched in October focuses on accelerating investment and technological innovation in areas like green hydrogen, carbon capture, and smart cities.
- Efforts include fostering a skilled workforce through scholarships, training, and university partnerships to prepare talent for the clean energy and digital transformation sectors.
- Global partnerships are a key focus, with collaborations in hydrogen, renewable energy, and carbon markets to strengthen regional energy security and drive innovation in low-carbon industries.
Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg of Sarawak expressed the state's commitment to sustainability during a public lecture at the ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute in Singapore. Emphasizing the importance of innovation, investment, and strategic incentives, Sarawak aims to become a green innovation hub leading up to 2030. The Sarawak Sustainability Blueprint, launched in October, focuses on green hydrogen, carbon capture, smart cities, and other sustainable initiatives. Premier Abang Johari highlighted the importance of technology collaborations in areas like AI-driven resource management and blockchain-enabled carbon markets to enhance efficiency and sustainability. The state is also investing in developing a skilled workforce through educational initiatives. Global partnerships are pivotal, with collaborations with countries like Japan, South Korea, China, and the UAE to expand clean energy solutions and drive innovation. The establishment of the Sarawak Climate Change Centre further demonstrates Sarawak's commitment to sustainability and global collaboration. The Premier also emphasized the importance of governance and accountability through plans to introduce Public Sustainability Reporting to align with global ESG standards.
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