Category: Environment EN

The recent escalation in global oil prices, driven in part by ongoing geopolitical tensions in the West Asia, has contributed to an increase in the cost of plastic production. As most conventional plastics are derived from petroleum-based feedstocks, fluctuations in oil prices can significantly influence the cost of plastic packaging materials, which are widely used across the retail and food...

By Flinders University Human population and consumption have surpassed Earth’s limits, increasing risks to climate and global stability. The Earth is already operating beyond its capacity to sustainably support the global population, according to new research highlighting growing strain on food systems, climate stability, and human well-being. Despite this, researchers say that slowing...

The Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) urges the Department of Environment (DoE) of Negeri Sembilan to take firm action against those responsible for the pollution, which has caused the water of Sungai Marong near Kampung Lakai in Jelebu to turn black and foamy. Commenting on the ‘Berita Harian’ newspaper report dated 3 April 2026, regarding this incident, CAP expressed regrets that...

Migratory freshwater fish are in steep decline due to pressures along their paths, including dams, altered flows, habitat degradation, pollution and unsustainable fishing. Restoring rivers and habitats cannot wait. – UN Environment Programme Some of the longest, most important migrations of species on Earth are happening beneath the surface of the world’s rivers and many are rapidly...

On 29 January 2026, the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) detained the Director-General and Deputy Director-General of the Department of Environment (DOE) to assist investigations into alleged corruption and abuse of power linked to electronic waste (e-waste) management. According to the MACC Chief Commissioner Tan Sri Azam Baki, the arrests were made after the officials presented...

In this serene forest scene, we are reminded that every animal, insect, and worm contributes to the ecological balance of the planet. These creatures may be small, but their impact is immense. Whether pollinating plants or decomposing organic matter, their work is vital to sustaining life on Earth. Humanity, in its quest for dominance, often forgets its place in the natural world. We must learn...

Every time oil prices surge, the world is reminded of a simple truth: fossil fuels are not just bad for the climate, they are dangerously volatile. The current energy crisis — fuelled by the conflict in the Middle East sparked by the United-States-Israel illegal attack on Iran — has left governments and households scrambling to absorb higher costs. But beneath the headlines lies a deeper...

Four EIA rejections should mean the end for the Jelutong landfill site. No more time extensions should be given. The Penang state government must honour its promise made to transform the site into a quality public park for all the people of Penang. The Protect Karpal Singh Drive Action Committee (ProtectKarpal) calls on Penang Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow to publicly reaffirm that no time...

On 5 March 2026, a group of 14 trainee teachers (9 females & 5 males) and 5 lecturers from IPG Kampus Tuanku Bainun, Bukit Mertajam, Penang visited the Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP). The visit was organised as an educational visit to create awareness among trainee teachers about the impacts of single-use plastic usage, as well as to help them understand the benefits and ways to do...

Sahabat Alam Malaysia (SAM) is gravely concerned with the renewal of the licence granted to Lynas Malaysia Sdn. Bhd., for a further 10 years until 2 March 2036, as announced by the Minister, Datuk Chang Lih Kang on Monday, 2nd March. SAM is of the opinion that the conditions in the latest licence renewal are merely a smokescreen to maintain Lynas’s status quo, enabling them to continue...