Sustainable Development Goal 7 (SDG 7) - Affordable and Clean Energy:  Sarawak scenario

Timoti Chundi; Tuan Nooriani Tuan Ismail; Asiyah Kassim

doi:10.21834/e-bpj.v9iSI22.5897

Authors

Timoti Chundi Faculty of Administrative Science & Policy Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam, Malaysia
Tuan Nooriani Tuan Ismail Faculty of Administrative Science & Policy Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam, Malaysia
Asiyah Kassim Faculty of Administrative Science & Policy Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Shah Alam, Malaysia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v9iSI22.5897

Keywords:

Affordable and Clean Energy, Energy and Economic Growth

Abstract

The United Nations' Sustainable Development Goal 7 seeks to ensure universal access to affordable and clean energy for all. This paper reviews the progress and challenges related to SDG 7 implementation by focusing on Sarawak, Malaysia. To produce the energy needed to attract investments to propel its economy, Sarawak leverages on constructing mega-dams. In this context, the study observes the relationship between energy and economic growth. Drawing from a preliminary review of relevant literature, the challenges and opportunities remain wide. Hence, it underscores the importance of a context-specific approach if SDG 7 is to succeed

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