This theme explores the role of cities and communities in achieving net zero emissions. It will focus on showcasing the best practices from different cities for implementing sustainable urban planning, low-carbon transportation, and community engagement to drive emissions reductions.
Opening by Session Chair - Emeritus Prof. Ir. Dr. K S Kannan, Technical Advisor, United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), Malaysia
Session co-chair - Alex Tay Zhi Xin, Prospect, UTM - Graduate Research Assistant
This theme explores the role of cities and communities in achieving net zero emissions. It will focus on showcasing the best practices from different cities for implementing sustainable urban planning, low-carbon transportation, and community engagement to drive emissions reductions.
Keynote Speaker: Prof Ho Chin Siong, Chair, Centre for Low Carbon Asia; Penang Urban Studies Professorial Chair
Dive into the transformative Low Carbon Cities Asia Initiative. Discover innovative strategies, policies, and collaborative efforts driving the creation of low carbon, resilient urban environments across Asia, paving the way for a greener and more sustainable future.
Speaker 1: Mr. Firdaus Dahlan, Director of Centre for Indonesia-Malaysia-Thailand Growth Triangle Subregional Cooperation (CIMT)
Speaker 2: Mr. Benny Iskandar, Head of Planning and Development Board of Medan City
Discover Medan's development into a low-carbon, multicultural metropolis. Study the problems and opportunities that occur because of integrating sustainable practices, encouraging community engagement, and harmonizing multiple cultures, paving the path for a greener, more resilient urban future.
Speaker 3: Ir. Noor Iziddin Abdullah Haji Ghazali, Malaysia – Senior Energy Advisor GIZ-C40 Cities Finance Facility.
Explore the transformative impact of the GIZ-C40 Cities Finance Facility in catalyzing green technology adoption for low carbon urban development. Dive into innovative financing models, sustainable energy solutions, and collaborative efforts driving the transition to a more eco-friendly and resilient urban landscape.
Speaker 4: Prof. Ir. Dr. Mohd. Fadhil Md. Din, UTM and Malaysia University Sustainability Network (MySUN)
Explore MySUN-ERASMUS collaborations driving local and international campus net zero initiatives. Uncover strategies, innovations, and partnerships propelling universities towards carbon neutrality, fostering sustainability, and racing to achieve a greener future.
Moderated by Session Chair & Co-Chair
