By Ashley Sim
KUCHING, Oct 16: For the first time ever, International Digital Economy Conference Sarawak (IDECS) 2024 will measure its carbon footprint in a showcase of Sarawak’s sustainability leadership.
Premier of Sarawak Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg announced that the carbon footprint calculator employs advanced analytics and innovative technologies, developed in collaboration with local startups CarbonGPT and EB Tech.
“Through carbon emissions reporting, we gain valuable insights into our environmental impact and create a clear pathway for significant reductions.
“This initiative not only sets a strong precedent for sustainability within the digital economy but also inspires other events and industries to follow suit, enhancing Sarawak’s reputation as a responsible and forward-thinking region,” he said when officiating at IDECS 2024 at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK) here today.
Abang Johari emphasised that IDECS aims to transform these efforts into actionable insights that promote environmental stewardship, which perfectly aligns with this year’s event theme.
“Through these collaborations, we demonstrate that sustainability is not just a goal but a fundamental aspect of our approach to development.
“Together, we are paving the way for future initiatives that prioritise ecological responsibility while fostering economic growth,” he added.
Sarawak Legislative Assembly Speaker Tan Sri Mohamad Asfia Awang Nassar, Minister of Utility and Telecommunication Dato Sri Julaihi Narawi, Sarawak Secretary Datuk Amar Mohamad Abu Bakar Marzuki, Deputy Minister of Utility Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi, and Deputy Minister of Telecommunication Datuk Liwan Lagang were among the distinguished guests present. — DayakDaily
