14th August 2024, KUCHING – Pustaka Negeri Sarawak and Green Science and Technology Science Malaysia (GSTAM) have agreed to build a closer working relationship endorsed through a signing ceremony of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) held today in the Seminar Room at Pustaka Negeri Sarawak.
This agreement focuses on establishing the Responsible Consumption and Production Alliance (RCPA) framework, which aims to reduce plastic waste, foster an environmentally sustainable community, and support SDG 4: Quality Education.
With the signing of this memorandum, the Parties mutually agree to take the necessary steps to cooperate, promote, strengthen, and develop mutually agreed programs that fall within the following scopes and objectives;
i. Sharing knowledge, best practices, and expertise related to plastic waste management and environmental conservation in RCPA.
ii. Coordinated efforts to engage community stakeholders, including residents, local businesses, and relevant organisations, in adopting sustainable practices, reducing plastic waste, and promoting responsible consumption.
iii. Assistance in advocating for the principles and objectives of the RCPA within the community.
iv. Stakeholder consultations with Pustaka and other relevant networks to ensure that the RCPA framework aligns with the needs and aspirations of the community.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Pustaka and GSTAM was signed by Pustaka’s CEO, Tuan Haji Japri Bujang Masli, Pustaka’s Deputy CEO (Operations), Encik Wan Mazli Wan Razali, GSTAM’s Presiden , Puan Goh Hsiau Jen and Ts. Jeff Wee Hung Yee.
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