2025 – Page 21 – Consumers Association Penang

Successful Natural Farming Workshop for the Indian Community in Penang

Lai Cheng July 24, 2025 0 Comments

A natural farming workshop for Indian farmers was successfully held on Saturday, 19 July 2025, at the office of the Consumers Association of Penang (CAP). The event was organised by CAP to promote sustainable agricultural practices within the community. The workshop saw the participation of farmers, natural farming enthusiasts and community service advocates from Penang, Taiping and the state of...

TACKLING LIGHT POLLUTION: A Growing Environmental and Health Concern

Soon Lian July 23, 2025 0 Comments

The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) wishes to highlight an increasingly pressing issue: light pollution. Light pollution refers to excessive or misdirected artificial lighting that interferes with the natural darkness of the night sky. One of the most basic services provided by local governments is proper nighttime lighting. It plays an essential role in ensuring public safety and security...

COOL WISELY TO SAVE THE PLANET

Lai Cheng July 22, 2025 0 Comments

Cooling naturally is an essential part of our lives. It helps us stay comfortable while maintaining harmony with nature. As temperatures rise due to climate change and urbanisation, finding sustainable ways to cool is more important than ever. Natural cooling benefits not just individuals but entire communities. Urban areas with more green spaces, trees and water bodies experience lower...

Coconut Leaf Baskets Instead of Plastic Bags

Soon Lian July 21, 2025 0 Comments

Do you know: Coconut palm fronds can be utilised to make grocery baskets – a natural and sustainable alternative to plastic bags. These natural baskets, often woven by hand, are suitable for markets, farms, or even as decorative containers for fruits and vegetables at home. The open weave of the baskets allows for air circulation, which can help keep produce fresh longer by preventing moisture...

HOW PARIS TRANSFORMS HEAT TRAPS INTO GREEN OASES

Lai Cheng July 21, 2025 0 Comments

Greening is the smartest way to cool a city – and Paris is showing how it’s done. As temperatures rise and heatwaves become the norm, cities must act. Paris has embraced an ambitious urban greening strategy: planting trees, creating parks, turning grey streets into shady, vibrant public spaces. Why greening works: Lowers surface and air temperatures Increases shade and comfort Reduces runoff...

Memorandum Calling for Malaysian Leadership and Ambition at the Plastic Treaty Negotiation (INC5.2)

Lai Cheng July 18, 2025 0 Comments

Our Earth is choking with plastic and chemicals. The overproduction and overconsumption of plastic are threatening life on Earth - our biodiversity, our food security, our health, our climate. Plastic pollution is threatening everything that we love and making us sick. But we still can do something about it! Countries globally are negotiating a groundbreaking international agreement — the...

Malaysian Food Sovereignty Forum (FKMM) Strongly Urges Comprehensive Consultation Before Tabling Amendments to the PNVP Act 2004 and the Plant Seed Quality Bill

Lai Cheng July 18, 2025 0 Comments

The Malaysian Food Sovereignty Forum (FKMM), a network of 250 individuals comprising academics, professionals, NGO representatives and representatives of farmers’ groups, has expressed deep concern over the lack of proper consultation processes regarding the proposed amendments to the Protection of New Plant Varieties Act 2004 (PNPV Act 2004) and the Plant Seed Quality Bill (RUU). Although the...

CAP Calls for Vacancy Tax and Tighter Controls to Curb Property Speculation

Lai Cheng July 17, 2025 0 Comments

The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) strongly supports the introduction of a vacancy tax on residential properties that are left unoccupied for extended periods. We believe this measure is urgently needed to address the deepening problems of property speculation and declining housing affordability in Malaysia. A vacancy tax typically applies to properties that remain vacant — unsold or...

A Natural Way to Clean Tile Floors

Soon Lian July 16, 2025 0 Comments

Want floor tiles that are clean, fresh, and slightly glossy? Here’s an old-school mop water solution, using simple ingredients, you can make to use for cleaning. What you will need, and how to prepare: Add lemon peels to hot water – this infuses fresh scent and provides gentle acidity. Stir in a spoon of baking soda – it neutralises odours and boosts cleaning action. Pour a dash of vinegar...

WOODLICE – Valuable Garden Allies

Soon Lian July 15, 2025 0 Comments

Many gardeners often encounter various insects in their gardens and might be particularly curious about one common critter found under bricks or damp objects: the Oniscidae. If you've ever spotted these creatures and felt uneasy, understanding their ecological role might change your perspective. Oniscidae, more commonly known as pill bugs or woodlice, are not just any garden insect. They play a...

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