Category: Environment EN

In conjunction with the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples that will fall on August 9, SAM would like to call on the federal and state governments to ensure that indigenous customary territories in the country are not included in any carbon offsetting projects, without the free, prior and informed (FPIC) consent of impacted communities. Central to this call is the principle...

Cooling the body naturally through food and beverages is a simple yet powerful way to maintain health, especially in hot climates. By incorporating water-rich fruits, herbal drinks and light, refreshing meals, one can prevent heat-related illnesses, support digestion and boost overall well-being. Unlike artificial cooling methods such as air conditioning, which can cause dryness and consume large...

In the scorching desert, the Peelu tree (Salvadora persica), also known as the miswak tree, offers shade that’s 5°C cooler – an essential natural relief. 🌿 It thrives in arid, saline soils, prevents erosion, and supports biodiversity. Its branches are used as natural toothbrushes, and its leaves feed livestock. The sweet fruits are edible, and the tree has medicinal value too. The Peelu...

In Japan, a cheap and low-tech solution has been successfully used to prevent wildlife collisions at railway tracks. Trains now play sounds that mimic deer snorts and dog barks, preventing wildlife from crossing the tracks. Deer are attracted to railway lines because of a need for iron in their diets. They lick the rails to pick up iron filings caused by the action of wheels against tracks, it's...

CAP Submits Memorandum to the Government The Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) has submitted a memorandum titled “A Critical Review of Electric Vehicles: Environmental Issues and Policy Gaps” to the Prime Minister, relevant Ministries, and key agencies in July 2025. While electric vehicles (EVs) are widely promoted as a cleaner and more sustainable alternative to internal combustion...

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...

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...

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...

The Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) urges the Kedah State Government, the Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID), and the local authority to take immediate action to address the issue of soil erosion in Kampung Teluk Nipah, Kuala Muda district. CAP regrets that although the incident caused by hill clearing and land reclamation activities in the village has been ongoing for the past...