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New Global Research Released on HOW TO PROTECT AND EMPOWER ENERGY CONSUMERS

Lai Cheng March 14, 2023 0 Comments

The supply and use of energy produces around three-quarters of global greenhouse gas emissions today and holds the key to averting the worst effects of climate change. Limiting global warming to less than 2°C or 1.5°C will require global emissions to be reduced by 30% or 45%, respectively by 2030. This will require an urgent and fundamental transformation of energy systems at a global scale,...

BROCCOLI OR DOUGHNUT?

Lai Cheng March 10, 2023 0 Comments

Most processed foods are energy-rich and nutrient-poor. They provide a lot of calories or “empty calories” without much nutritional value. Strive to eat more nutrient-dense foods (fruits, vegetables, whole grains, non-fat and low-fat dairy, fish and seafood, unprocessed lean meat and skinless poultry, nuts and legumes) – they are rich in vitamins, minerals and other nutrients important for...

NATURE IS OUR SECRET ALLY

Lai Cheng March 10, 2023 0 Comments

Did you know that nature has slowed global warming, saving humanity from even more severe impacts of the climate crisis? It has absorbed over HALF of our CO2 emissions in the past decade. Healthy nature is an ally that helps prevent climate breakdown and make us more resilient to a warming planet. – WWF Climate & Energy Help protect and preserve nature. Read more about our climate’s...

Regressive idea on duty-free cigarettes for Langkawi

Lai Cheng March 10, 2023 0 Comments

The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) is shocked that the Langkawi member of Parliament Dato' Haji Mohd Suhaimi bin Abdullah urged the government to allow the sale of duty-free cigarettes. It is myopic of him to push this idea because smoking is a known contributor to premature deaths and the cause of many non-communicable diseases including cancer, cardiovascular diseases, chronic...

Groups Seek Legally Binding Action to Stop the Global Contamination Crisis Caused by “Forever Chemicals”

Lai Cheng March 9, 2023 0 Comments

Public interest organizations are seeking a legally binding response to the global contamination crisis and the resulting infringement on the UN-recognized human right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment caused by the highly persistent and toxic “forever chemicals.” At a webinar held today, environmental health advocates drew attention to the unfolding contamination of the...