KUCHING – North Kuching City Hall (DBKU) has reinforced its commitment to sustainable urban development by hosting a Town Hall Session and Focus Group Discussion (FGD) to shape the Kuching Low Carbon City Master Plan 2030 (LCCMP). The initiative aims to guide the city towards becoming resilient, competitive, and environmentally responsible.
Deputy Director of DBKU’s Community Services Department, Encik Rudzaimeir bin Malek, explained that the participatory approach is crucial to ensuring strategies are practical and aligned with community needs.
He stressed that effective implementation requires input from multiple stakeholders, including residents, industry players, and academic institutions.
The programme is being carried out by UNIMAS Holdings Sdn Bhd through the Institute of Sustainable and Renewable Energy (ISuRE), with strategic consultation provided by the UTM-Low Carbon Asia Research Centre.
This collaboration brings together expertise in renewable energy, sustainable practices, and urban planning to support DBKU’s long-term vision.
The LCCMP is a key component of DBKU’s Strategic Plan 2026-2030 under the sustainability pillar. It also aligns with broader state-level aspirations, including the Post-Covid-19 Development Strategy (PCDS) 2030, the Voluntary Local Report (VLR), and the Kuching City Local Plan (KCLP).
These frameworks collectively aim to transform Kuching into a city that is Beautiful, Clean, Safe, Smart and Sustainable (CBSSS).
The Townhall and FGD sessions provided a platform for dialogue, enabling participants to share perspectives on reducing carbon emissions, improving energy efficiency, and promoting sustainable mobility.
Officials highlighted that the plan will integrate smart city concepts, renewable energy adoption, and community-driven initiatives to ensure long-term impact.
Among those present were Professor Ir. Ts. Dr Al-Khalid bin Haji Othman, Deputy Vice-Chancellor of UNIMAS (Student Affairs and Alumni); Professor Dr Shanti Faridah binti Salleh, Director of ISuRE; and Professor TPr. Dr Ho Chin Siong, Director of UTM-Low Carbon Asia Research Centre.
Their involvement underscored the importance of academic expertise in shaping policies that balance environmental sustainability with economic growth.
DBKU’s initiative reflects a growing recognition of the need for cities to adapt to climate challenges while remaining competitive.
By engaging diverse stakeholders, the city hall aims to ensure that Kuching’s transformation into a low-carbon city is both inclusive and achievable.
The LCCMP 2030 is expected to serve as a blueprint for future urban development, positioning Kuching as a model for sustainable growth in Sarawak and beyond.
