KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 31 — Malaysia is set to launch its new Blueprint for Solid Waste on Nov 23, championing the principles of circular economy to curtail carbon emissions and enhance sustainability.

Minister of Local Government Development (KPKT) Nga Kor Ming said with a commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, KPKT is currently spearheading initiatives to transform the nation’s solid waste management system.

“The circular economy, a pivotal strategy in attaining carbon neutrality, centres around the 9Rs concept — Refuse, Rethink, Reduce, Reuse, Repair, Refurbish, Remanufacture, Repurpose, Recycle, and Recover. By adopting these principles, Malaysia aims to prolong the lifespan of materials, products, and services, subsequently minimising waste sent to landfills and reducing carbon footprints.”

“Despite solid waste contributing only 3.54 per cent to carbon emissions, the ministry is unwavering in its commitment. I am fully committed and confident that with a good and sustainable waste management system in place, the solid waste sector can help to achieve the national target of net zero carbon emissions as early as 2050.

“The transformation from a linear to a circular economy demands collaboration across sectors, and Malaysia has made significant progress towards this goal,” he said in his opening remark at the ‘Carbon Neutrality — Circular Economy Workshop” held here, today.

Co-organised by the South Korean embassy in Malaysia and Korea Environment Corporation (K-Eco), the workshop is an opportunity for bilateral cooperation between Malaysia and South Korea offering a platform for sharing experiences, knowledge, and investments.

As both nations strive for circular and sustainable waste management, a dialogue aimed at identifying collaborative areas aligned with regulatory frameworks and waste management goals was held.

“The transformation from a linear to a circular economy demands collaboration across sectors, and Malaysia has made significant progress towards this goal,” he said in his opening remark at the ‘Carbon Neutrality — Circular Economy Workshop” held here, today.

Co-organised by the South Korean embassy in Malaysia and Korea Environment Corporation (K-Eco), the workshop is an opportunity for bilateral cooperation between Malaysia and South Korea offering a platform for sharing experiences, knowledge, and investments.

As both nations strive for circular and sustainable waste management, a dialogue aimed at identifying collaborative areas aligned with regulatory frameworks and waste management goals was held.

Source: Malay Mail