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

• Published in: ENVIRONMENT-BEHAVIOUR PROCEEDINGS JOURNAL
• Main Authors: Azhar, Farah Nadia; Zain, Zarina Mohd; Ayob, Nor Azira
• Format: Proceedings Paper
• Language: English
• Published: E-IPH LTD UK 2024
• Subjects: Environmental Sciences & Ecology
• Online Access: https://www-webofscience-com.uitm.idm.oclc.org/wos/woscc/full-record/WOS:001284873300038

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 include raising awareness, developing action plans and implementation with continuous improvements. Through these, the success of local government can be identified in terms of economy, social and health..