Cities are the main engines for a dynamic economic growth and the focal points of most population. However, the process of urbanisation has contributed significantly to the increase of GHG emissions. Thus, fostering urban development in the most sustainable manners can reduce energy demand, consumption and GHG emissions.

Through the Green Technology Application for the Development of Low Carbon Cities (GTALCC) project, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) together with the Ministry of Environment and Water (KASA) is organizing a one-day Malaysia Low Carbon Cities Conference 2021 (MyL3C).

The conference will be attended by representatives from the government, private sector, civil society, regional and international partners and will be graced by high level representatives including ministers. The event is expected to have regional participation from international delegates. The conference will focus on low carbon cities and showcase international and local best practices on climate action in cities.

In accordance with the new norms, MyL3C will be held fully online on the 13th July 2021. The conference’s main highlights will be the launch of National Low Carbon Cities Masterplan (NLCCM) and Cities GHG Online Portal.