Mr. Ramli Abd RahmanHead, Cleaner Production Unit

Department of Environment Malaysia

Green Development Initiatives in Malaysia

“Promoting Regional Green Development”22 October 2011Nanning, China

Stakeholder

Resources

Governance

1. Policy2. Legislatio

n3. Guideline

s

1. Human Resource

2. Infrastructure3. Financing

1. Ministry2. Governm

ent agencies

3. NGO4. Research

ers

BACKGROUND – GD IN MALAYSIA

For Continuous Economic, Social & Cultural Progress & Enhancement Of The Quality Of life Of Malaysian, Through Environmentally Sound and Sustainable Development

NATIONAL POLICY ON ENVIRONMENT

• A clean, safe, healthy and productive environment for present and future generations

• Conservation of country’s unique and diverse cultural and natural heritage with effective participation by all sectors of society

• Sustainable lifestyles and patterns of consumption and production

OBJECTIVES OF NATIONAL POLICY

Eight (8) Principles :1) Stewardship of the Environment2) Conservation of Natures Vitality and Diversity3) Continuous Improvement in the Quality of the Environment 4) Sustainable Use of Natural Resources5) Integrated Decision Making6) Role of Private Sector7) Commitment and Accountability8) Active Participation in International Community

NATIONAL POLICY ON ENVIRONMENT

Seven (7) Green Strategies :1) Education and Awareness2) Effective Management of Natural Resources and the Environment3) Integrated Development Planning and Implementation4) Prevention and Control of Pollution and Environmental Degradation5) Strengthening Administrative And Institutional Mechanisms6) Proactive Approach to Regional and Global Environmental Issues7) Formulation and Implementation Of Action Plans

Policy StatementGreen Technology shall be a driver to accelerate the national economy and promote sustainable development.

NATIONAL GREEN TECHNOLOGY POLICY

Four Pillars of National Green Technology Policy1. EnergySeek to attain energy independence and promote efficient utilisation;2. EnvironmentConserve and minimize the impact on the environment;3. EconomyEnhance the national economic development through the use of technology; 4. SocialImprove the quality of life for all.

Policy StatementEnsure climate-resilient development to fulfil national aspirations for sustainability.

NATIONAL POLICY ON CLIMATE CHANGE

Policy PrinciplesP1: Development on a Sustainable PathIntegrate climate change responses in national development plans to fulfil the country’s aspiration for sustainable development.P2: Sustainability of Environment and Natural ResourcesInitiate actions on climate change issues that contribute to environmental conservation and sustainable use of natural resources.P3: Integrated Planning and ImplementationIntegrate climate change considerations into development planning and implementation.P4: Effective ParticipationImprove participation of stakeholders and major groups for effective implementation of climate change responses.P5: Common but Differentiated ResponsibilityInternational involvement on climate change will be based on the principle of common but differentiated responsibilities and respective capabilities.

STAKEHOLDERS INVOLVED IN PROMOTING GD IN MALAYSIA

• NRE• MEGTW • MITI• MOF• MOA

• DOE• SIRIM• MPC• MGTC

• Local universities

• ENSEARCH

• MGCC• SME

Association

MinistryGovernm

ent Agency

Researchers

Non Governm

ent Agency

MALAYSIA EFFORTS IN GREEN ACTIVITIES

- Promoted by various agencies

Develop Road Map for Carbon Intensity Reduction

and Low Carbon Economy Pathway

Cleaner Production For Industries

Sustainable Cities Program

Sustainable Schools Program

Friend of Environment

Committee member to promote Green Technology

NRE / Department of Environment

Green Development

Green Life Style

Green Tech Financing Scheme (GTFS)

Cooperation With Malaysian Institute

of Planners (MIP) To Develop Green

Township Guideline

Mnistry of Energy,Green Technology / Malaysia Green Technology Corp.

Global Research & Standard

Development

Eco labeling Program

Life Cycle Analysis (LCA)

Green Technology

SIRIM

Sustainable Forest Management

JPSM (Forestry Department)

MOA / Department of Agriculture

Sustainable Agriculture

SystemLocal Universities

Research & Development,

Consultancy

Cooperation with MGTC, MEGTW, SIRIM to

develop Action Plan For Green Procurement &

National Eco-Labeling for Product & Services

Ministry of Finance (MOF)

Promote Green Productivity

Conduct Research On

Sustainable Development

Initiatives In Private Sector/

Industry

MPC (Malaysia Productivity Center)

Thank You