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> Barnie Lasimbang, Founder of Tonibung, environmental activist – Energy Transition Challenges: Advocating Ministerial Transparency and Community Involvement
> Lim Hui Ying, Former Senior Journalist – Pressing for Change: Evaluating Malaysia's Legislative Reforms After One Year
> Ms. Agnes from Dijih Selangau – Sarawak's Firm Stand: Rejecting PAS's 2R Politics
> Mr James of Kampung traditional Tukau Jaya – Broken Promises: The Plight of Tradisi Usaha Jaya Tukau Miri Residents
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> Lim Hui Ying, Mantan Wartawan Senior – Menekan Perubahan: Menilai Reformasi Undang-Undang Malaysia Selepas Setahun
> Puan Agnes dari Dijih Selangau – Pendirian Teguh Sarawak: Menolak Politik 2R PAS
> Encik James dari Kampung Tradisional Tukau Jaya – Janji Kosong: Penderitaan Penduduk Tradisi Usaha Jaya Tukau Miri
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Barnie Lasimbang, Founder of Tonibung, environmental activist
*Energy Transition Challenges: Advocating Ministerial Transparency and Community Involvement*
In the recent cabinet reshuffle, the Ministry of Environment underwent a transformation, being split into the Ministry of Energy Transition and Public Utilities, and the Ministry of Natural Resources and Sustainable Development. Deputy Prime Minister Fadhilah simultaneously assumed the role of Minister of Energy Transition and Public Utilities. Barnie Lasimbang expressed that the addition of the Ministry of Energy Transition and Public Utilities by the government reflects a heightened focus on energy transition, and there are expectations regarding the achievements this department will make in areas such as dams and solar energy.
However, he also voiced concerns about Fadillah Yusof's appointment as the leader of this ministry. He pointed out that Fadillah Yusof hails from Sarawak's GPS, and the current GPS state government appears to be actively promoting projects such as carbon trading and the construction of giant dams. However, a critical issue arises when these projects lack transparency, potentially leading to significant environmental damage and adverse impacts on the land rights of indigenous communities.
Barnie Lasimbang urged Fadillah Yusof to engage more actively in dialogue and communication, to listen attentively to the opinions of the communities, and to conduct more effective communication. Simultaneously, he called on the government to allocate funds to non-governmental organizations and the general public to collectively promote green energy, enabling broader societal participation in the pursuit of sustainable development goals. He believes that only sustained pressure from the people can prompt the government to act swiftly and fulfill its commitments.
