Green Technology Annual Report

To lead the development of the green technology industry To serve as a one-stop centre for standards and database To promote effective initiatives and programmes To facilitate research, development and application for the development of green technology Lead Agency: Malaysian Green Technology Corporation MGTC was established in 2010 as the implementing agency for green technology. The organisation was previously known as Pusat Tenaga Malaysia (PTM), which focused on implementing energy efficiency and renewable energy programmes. With the expansion of scope to cover green technology in 2010, MGTC’s key functions have been: Various programmes have been launched and institutionalised to create a conducive environment for the deployment of green technology. These include green financing incentives, the national green certification programme, a low-carbon cities framework, and an annual green technology exhibition and conference. Together, these programmes are shaping a robust ecosystem ensuring Malaysia’s sustainable development. With the launch of GTMP in 2017, the role outlined for MGTC comprises the following: • Prepare annual plans and budgets for the implementation of green growth strategies • Propose and prioritise new technologies and projects to be implemented • Plan and facilitate projects and programmes, and manage funds • Provide technical expertise in the implementation of strategies • Provide technical inputs and report to Steering Committee • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness the GTMP implementation strategies 32 MALAYSIAN GREEN TECHNOLOGY & CLIMATE CHANGE CENTRE ANNUAL REPORT 2019

RkJQdWJsaXNoZXIy NDI1NzQx