Category: Environment EN

Environment minister’s warning comes after interception of over 100 containers filled with toxic e-waste from Los Angeles port Malaysia has seized over 100 shipping containers filled with electronic waste sent from Los Angeles port and destined for illegal smelters operated by Chinese gangs, the environment minister said Wednesday. The containers, which were tracked by environmental activist...

Those found importing illegal electronic waste (ewaste) into the country should face severe repercussions including being blacklisted, says an environmental activist. Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) chief executive S. Mageswari urged the authorities to take stern action against those flouting the law. “While tracking importers and exporters of illegal ewaste can be challenging due to...

The first Trash4Cash automatic drive-through recycling centre in Seberang Perai aims to not just offer convenience and promote recycling awareness, but also to help the public generate income from waste. Based on the DIY (do-it-yourself) concept, the centre operates round-the-clock with no operators and is equipped with CCTV cameras, lights, fans and WiFi powered by solar energy. Trash4Cash...

Most energy sources produce pollution or greenhouse gases when burned and this is contributing to the climate crisis.  Reducing energy use is crucial in the fight against climate change. When a large number of consumers actively participate in energy conservation efforts, the collective impact can be significant. We have a shared responsibility to save the environment. With this in mind, CAP...

If governments abandon their responsibility to secure their citizens’ health through a strong Global Plastics Treaty, they could face legal liability. By Rayhan Dudayev and Fajri Fadhillah At the United Nations Environmental Assembly in March 2022, nearly 200 governments agreed to start creating a legally binding Global Plastics Treaty to stop plastic pollution. Two years later, we are...

Despite major operations to close down illegal dump sites in Kuala Langat, local activists are still finding places with plastic waste buried deep in the soil throughout the district. These organisations have also found new dump sites scattered throughout the area, with one containing plastic from ewaste. Kuala Langat Environmental Action Group’s Pua Lay Peng said despite state authorities...

A national approach to addressing plastic pollution should come with the reduced production of plastic materials, says an environmentalist.Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) research officer Mageswari Sangaralingam said that while the move to introduce new legislation to handle the problem is laudable, the issue needs to be addressed at source. “We agree there is a need to seriously look...

We need less of dull, neglected spaces and more vibrant, green urban areas! Let's transform our alleyways and streets into beautiful, inviting places with plants, flowers, and community efforts. Green spaces not only enhance the aesthetic appeal but also improve air quality, promote mental well-being, and foster a sense of community. Together, we can make our cities greener and more liveable....

Think cities can't breathe? Urban forestry is our unsung hero, turning grey to green, slashing stress, cleaning air and water AND fighting off urban heat like an eco-shield. Let's champion our leafy warriors and transform our concrete jungles. Source: UN-Habitat