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GREEN ACTION WEEK 2024

Lai Cheng September 23, 2024 0 Comments
Join us for Green Action Week 2024 and participate in our "Cooling Naturally" event taking place on Saturday, 5th October 2024, from 9.30 am to 12.30 pm at the Consumers' Association Penang (CAP), 10, Jalan Masjid Negeri, 11600 Penang, Malaysia. This event will explore various methods that help in cooling our bodies naturally. It also includes Seed Sharing, where you can bring seeds, saplings,...
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The Rising Threat of Microplastics to Human Health and Marine Ecosystems

Lai Cheng September 23, 2024 0 Comments
As global plastic production rises and improper waste management becomes more prevalent, plastic litter is increasingly common in the environment. Plastic waste, when exposed to environmental elements, breaks down into smaller particles known as microplastics through processes such as photodegradation, mechanical impact, and weathering (Haque & Fan, 2023). While the issue of macroplastics is...
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LIVE SIMPLY FOR A MORE MEANINGFUL LIFE

Lai Cheng September 20, 2024 0 Comments
Modern living often pushes us to buy more than is necessary. Ads tell us to own more things, to acquire the biggest home or the latest car – materialistic pursuits that get us to splurge only to end up being more unsatisfied and unhappy. It’s time we learnt to live simply. Living simply isn’t about loss. It’s actually a gain – many meaningful gains. When you live simply, you gain time,...
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WHERE TO FIND MEDICINE

Lai Cheng September 20, 2024 0 Comments
Medicine is not always found in bottles or tablets. Exercise is medicine. Fasting is medicine. Fruits and vegetables are medicine. Self-care is medicine. Friends are medicine. Happiness is medicine. Love is medicine. Use these and many more great medicines in life to gain true health and wellness. “The doctor of the future will give no medicine but will instruct his patient in the care of the...
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Brominated Flame Retardants: Fireproof or Harmful?

Lai Cheng September 19, 2024 0 Comments
What are Brominated Flame Retardants? Brominated flame retardants (BFRs) are chemicals used to make materials less flammable by interfering with the combustion process. BFRs have been widely used in plastic and foam products for a long time, including in furniture upholstery, car seats and plastics, electronics, and building insulation. BFRs are a subclass of the over 175 different types of...
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CAP Calls for Stronger Enforcement and Policy Reforms to Protect Malaysia’s Rivers

Lai Cheng September 19, 2024 0 Comments
Malaysia is rich in water resources with around 98% of our water needs coming from rivers and streams. Unfortunately, many individuals and entities neglect the care of our rivers, resulting in severe pollution issues. The Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) demands urgent and immediate action from the government to enforce existing environmental laws, prevent industrial activities near...
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HOW TREES ARE TRANSPLANTED IN JAPAN

Lai Cheng September 18, 2024 0 Comments
In Japan, when a tree is in the way of civil work or the construction of a new road, all necessary resources and efforts are dedicated to carrying out a proper transplant and ensuring its survival in its new location. This practice reflects a deep culture of respect for trees, their life and longevity. The picture below shows a 165-year-old tree ready for transplant in Japan. Source: Young Farmer...
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