Category: Environment EN

In CAP’s energy-saving programmes for schools conducted this year, schools were advised to appoint “energy monitors” in classrooms to lead the initiative. This student-led behavioural programme is vital for fostering responsibility and creating a culture of energy conservation. Besides checking for lights, computers, and fans left on, and reminding peers and teachers, energy monitors...

CAP's Energy-Saving Efforts in Selected Schools in Penang In 2025, CAP initiated energy-saving programmes in twelve schools and one civil society organisation across the state of Penang.  The primary objectives of the project were to raise awareness among the target groups regarding climate change, highlight the importance of energy conservation and efficiency in mitigating its impact, and...

Trees often require 30 years or more to mature, forming complex ecosystems that support wildlife, regulate climate, and stabilise soil. Modern logging equipment can remove that growth in minutes, leaving behind exposed land and fragmented habitats. Deforestation disrupts carbon cycles, accelerates erosion, and removes critical biodiversity that cannot be replaced on human timescales. Scientists...

A thriving garden depends on a diverse mix of insects. Some pollinate plants, while others help manage pests naturally. Together, they support a balanced and resilient ecosystem. 1 Bees. Key pollinators that transfer pollen between flowers, enabling fruit and seed production. 2. Ladybugs. Both adults and larvae feed heavily on aphids and other soft-bodied pests, reducing plant damage. 3. Praying...

Multiple studies have found significant damage to trees located near cell phone towers, especially on the side facing the tower. According to a 9-year study conducted in Germany and published in Science of the Total Environment, researchers monitored over 100 trees and observed that damage typically began on the side exposed to radiofrequency radiation and gradually spread throughout the tree....

Have you ever stopped to listen to the earth’s music? It’s a calming and grounding experience that can ignite a sense of wonder and connection with the world around you. In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it’s easy to overlook the beautiful symphony that nature plays for us each day. From the rustling of leaves in the wind to the chirping of birds in the trees, the earth’s music...

PRELIMINARY EFFORTS TO INSTIL THE SPIRIT OF ENERGY CONSERVATION IN SCHOOL Roopna Darshene Ramachandram elaborates on the school’s energy-saving practices. Following an invitation from the Consumers’ Association of Penang (CAP) to participate in the Energy-Saving Programme, our school gladly accepted and appointed a teacher-in-charge to oversee the initiative. Together, we held a meeting to...

SHAPING RESPONSIBLE STUDENTS THROUGH ENERGY CONSERVATION I warmly welcome and fully support the energy-saving initiatives implemented in our school, says Ms Siti Nursufinah binti Yusop from SMK Sungai Ara. These efforts not only help to reduce school expenses but also provide students with early education on the importance of protecting the environment. She shares the school’s energy-saving...

'Jom Jimat Tenaga' – CULTIVATING ENERGY-SAVING HABITS Haslina Hassan from the school has this to say: I was pleased and welcomed the initiative introduced by CAP to implement electricity-saving measures in schools. This effort not only helps reduce the school’s expenses but also raises awareness among the school community about the importance of conserving electricity. The success of this...

SHAPING ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSCIOUS AND DISCIPLINED STUDENTS At SK Jelutong Barat, we fully embrace the energy-saving initiative as it nurtures a sense of responsibility within the school community towards environmental protection and the efficient use of energy, says Mr Baderul Hisham bin Ishak, Senior Assistant for Co-curriculum of the school. This initiative also raises awareness of the...