Role of Local Government in Implementing Low Carbon City in Shah Alam

Farah Nadia Azhar; Zarina Mohd Zain; Nor Azira Ayob

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v9iSI22.5851

Authors

Farah Nadia Azhar Faculty of Administrative Science and Policy Studies, Universiti Teknologi Mara, Shah Alam, Malaysia
Zarina Mohd Zain Faculty of Administrative Science and Policy Studies, Universiti Teknologi Mara, Shah Alam, Malaysia
Nor Azira Ayob Faculty of Administrative Science and Policy Studies, Universiti Teknologi Mara, Shah Alam, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v9iSI22.5851

Keywords:

Local Government, Low Carbon City, Sustainable Development, Carbon Footprint

Abstract

Low Carbon City Framework (LCCF) provides a guideline for local government to plan new strategies in reducing the carbon footprint to achieve sustainable development goals in Shah Alam, Selangor. This paper aims to examine the local government’s role in reducing carbon emission for the benefit of the community. This study prepares a qualitative approach through semi-structured interviews. The findings found that the success of converting Shah Alam into a low carbon city, requires effective strategies which includes raising awareness, developing an action plans, and implementation and continuous improvements. Through these, the success of local government can be identified in terms of economy, social and health.

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