SHAH ALAM, June 5 — Selangor is intensifying efforts to tackle climate challenges through a range of sustainability initiatives, environmental conservation measures, and climate resilience strategies aimed at safeguarding communities and natural resources, said state executive councillor for public health and environment Jamaliah Jamaluddin.
As World Environment Day is celebrated today, she added that the state government remains steadfast in advancing climate action as the effects of global warming become increasingly apparent.
Jamaliah also said the Selangor government believes effective environmental policies must be driven through sustainable, inclusive and data-driven approaches, and stressed the importance of building long-term resilience.
“The state has implemented proactive and strategic measures to ensure Selangor stays resilient against the effects of climate change, including by strengthening climate adaptation policies, improving preparedness for floods and extreme weather events, and expanding the use of data and technology in environmental monitoring.
“Collaboration between government agencies, local authorities, experts and communities will continue to be strengthened,” she said in a Facebook post today.
Jamaliah said Selangor is always committed to fortifying its sustainability agenda, with efforts to reduce single-use plastics under a specific bylaw, which is expected to be completed soon.
She added that the state has maintained its target of planting 11 million trees by year end to enhance green ecosystems, mitigate the effects of global warming, improve air quality, and make the urban environment healthier and more sustainable.
Selangor also continues to boost the protection of forests and biodiversity by monitoring environmentally sensitive areas, enforcing anti-encroachment moves, and conserving natural habitats, she said.
“Forests remain an important defence in absorbing carbon and stabilising climate ecosystems.
“At the same time, the issue of river pollution continues to be given serious attention through regular monitoring, strict enforcement against polluters and cooperation between agencies and local communities.”
Jamaliah said the state is also intensifying the SELKitar programme to promote waste separation and recycling practices among the people, while efforts to address e-waste issues are being strengthened with collection programmes, awareness campaigns, and strategic partnerships.
She urged Selangor residents to make climate action a part of life, and stressed that meaningful change begins with small steps like reducing waste and saving energy.
Observed annually on June 5, World Environment Day is the United Nations’ (UN) main platform to raise global awareness and push for action on environmental issues.
Jamaliah said this year’s theme, “Climate Action”, highlights the urgency of addressing the climate crisis.
“Extreme weather events, floods, heat waves and environmental pollution are now happening before our eyes and require immediate, comprehensive action based on science and data,” she urged.
