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Climate Bill to Make Carbon Accounting Mandatory, Says Minister
Malaysia's proposed National Climate Change Bill will establish mandatory carbon accounting requirements across industries, according to a senior government official. The legislation aims to institutionalise emissions tracking and reporting mechanisms.
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KUALA LUMPUR — The forthcoming National Climate Change Bill will embed mandatory carbon accounting practices into Malaysia's regulatory framework, Environment Minister Arthur Kurup said on Monday.
The legislation is designed to require businesses and organisations to systematically measure, report and verify their carbon emissions as part of broader climate action efforts. By institutionalising these requirements, the government aims to create standardised reporting mechanisms that will provide clearer visibility into national emissions across sectors.
The move reflects Malaysia's commitment to meeting its climate commitments under international frameworks. Mandatory carbon accounting is expected to drive greater accountability among major emitters and incentivise the adoption of emissions reduction strategies across the economy.
Details regarding implementation timelines, reporting standards and penalties for non-compliance are expected to be finalised as the bill progresses through the legislative process. The government has indicated that stakeholder consultations will continue before the measure is tabled in Parliament.