THE Sarawak Climate Change Roadmap is setting the direction for Sarawak to transition to a low-carbon and climate-resilient economy.
Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the roadmap builds on the Environment (Reduction of Greenhouse Gases Emission) Ordinance 2023 which gives Sarawak the legal authority to regulate and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
He said the roadmap also supports the implementation of the Sarawak Greenhouse Gas Management System (GHG-MS) which is a digital platform that will track emissions across sectors and help industries comply with emission requirements.
“Through these initiatives, Sarawak aims to achieve better coordination in climate policy implementation, stronger capacity to manage carbon emissions and wider adoption of sustainable practices across industries.
“For 2026, RM3.4 million will be set aside to strengthen institutional readiness and accelerate our efforts towards measurable emission reductions and environmental sustainability,” he said when tabling the 2026 State Budget.
With the long-term goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 through the Sarawak Net Zero Strategy and Carbon Plan, Abang Johari said the focus is on clean energy transition, low-carbon industries and sustainable forest management to ensure blanced and responsible growth.
“To support these efforts, the Flaring and Venting Rules 2025 were enacted to regulate greenhouse-gas emissions from the oil and gas sector thus reinforcing Sarawak’s commitment to zero routine flaring by 2030,” he said.
For next year, Abang Johari revealed that RM7 million will be allocated to implement the Sarawak Net Zero Strategy and Carbon Plan; Study on Carbon Levy and Carbon Pricing of Sarawak; Sarawak Energy Transition Policy Implementation Programme and Quantifying Forest Carbon Stock in Sarawak.
On the Sarawak Climate Change Centre, Abang Johari said it will be established as the central hub for coordinating and monitoring climate action across the state.
He said the centre will focus on policy integration, research, and data management to support evidence-based decision-making and strengthen Sarawak’s capacity in climate governance.
“It will also serve as a platform for collaboration with industries, academia, and international partners to promote innovation, build technical expertise and enhance public awareness towards achieving a low-carbon and climate-resilient Sarawak,” he added.
