Our recent Post-COP28 Roundtable discussion brought together esteemed panellists to shed light on the nation’s path towards sustainability.

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Panellists:

YM Raja Amir Raja Azwa, CEO of HSBC Amanah

Tan Sri Dr Jemilah Mahmood, Managing Director, Sunway Planetary Health Centre

Encik Muhamad Hidayatullah Bin Nasrul, Deputy Undersecretary, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability

Jasmin Irisha, Climate and Environment Officer

Aroe Ajeoni, Communications Director, Klima Action Malaysia

Here are some compelling highlights:

Green Financing Flourishes:

The landscape of private financing mechanisms in Malaysia is evolving rapidly. Private sectors are actively supporting public finance to facilitate the transition to greener energy. A promising trend that signals a brighter, sustainable future for Malaysia.

Inclusive Transition:                                         

“Just transition” goes beyond green initiatives. It’s about ensuring that every stride towards sustainability considers and includes the needs of the voiceless - women, children, persons with disabilities, and indigenous communities. This approach prevents displacement during the transition, creating a more inclusive and equitable tomorrow.

Multisystem Approach:

Addressing climate issues demands a holistic, multisystem approach. Our panelists emphasized the urgency of adopting diverse strategies and collaborating across sectors and ministries to create a comprehensive framework for sustainable development in Malaysia.

Adaptation Over Loss:

While the loss and damage fund is crucial, the spotlight should shift to adaptation as the way forward. Localizing adaptation solutions and integrating the language of climate change into everyday discourse will empower communities to proactively tackle climate challenges.

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