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‘They lied’: plastics producers deceived public about recycling, report reveals

Lai Cheng February 28, 2024 0 Comments

Companies knew for decades recycling was not viable but promoted it regardless, Center for Climate Integrity study finds Plastic producers have known for more than 30 years that recycling is not an economically or technically feasible plastic waste management solution. That has not stopped them from promoting it, according to a new report. “The companies lied,” said Richard Wiles, president...

Meet the company turning used chopsticks into eco-friendly furniture

Lai Cheng February 27, 2024 0 Comments

By Azmi Athni Disposable chopsticks may be convenient, but they come at a cost to the environment, contributing to deforestation, carbon emissions and waste build-up. One company, however, has come up with an innovative solution to tackle the problem — one chopstick at a time. They say one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. In the office of The Work Boulevard, a co-working space...

THE PLASTIC PLAGUE IS POISONING US

Lai Cheng February 27, 2024 0 Comments

Many things around us are made of plastic. Plastic may be convenient, but it poses grave hazards. > Chemicals from plastics have been linked to endocrine disruption, weight gain, insulin resistance, decreased reproductive health, and cancer. > Humans inhale and ingest microplastics through seafood, water, beer, and even salt. The average adult takes in about 2,000 microplastics annually...

Civil Society Open Letter to Ministers on WTO Fisheries Subsidies Negotiations

Lai Cheng February 23, 2024 0 Comments

February, 2024 In February 2024 when World Trade Organization (WTO) Ministers meet there will be intense pressure and expectation for an outcome on the current negotiations on fisheries subsidies. The ministerial (MC13) comes after the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies (AFS) was reached at the previous Ministerial, and while the WTO is eager for further agreement, the current text of negotiations...

REPELLING MOSQUITOES WITH HERBAL FRANKINCENSE

Lai Cheng February 19, 2024 0 Comments

Ganish Somasondaram The traditional herbs widely used in the ancient Indian tradition had found their way into Ganish Somasondaram’s farming practices. Being the son of an experienced traditional farmer, Ganish combined his father’s agricultural knowledge with his own creativity to design herbal frankincense, an age-old air purifier. The use and popularity of herbal frankincense have declined...

Save marine lives with eco-friendly lighted lanterns during Teluk Bahang Floating Chariot Procession

Lai Cheng February 17, 2024 0 Comments

The Penang State Exco for Housing and Environment, The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP), The Penang State Malaysia Hindu Sangam (MHS) and the management of the Sri Singamuga Kaliamman Temple in Teluk Bahang. Urge Hindu devotees not to use any kind of synthetic foam material or plastic during the celebration of Masi Maga Theppa Thiruvizha, a floating chariot festival, which is celebrated on...

DO NATURE A FAVOUR – LEAVE FALLEN LEAVES ALONE

Lai Cheng February 15, 2024 0 Comments

Leaves falling from trees in your garden should not be seen as trash to be collected and hauled away. Decomposing leaves are nature’s fertiliser, full of organic nutrients that strengthen soil, grass and gardens – for free. Fallen leaves absorb rainwater and release moisture back into soil and plants as they decompose, helping to control rain water runoff. Leaf litter also provides valuable...

Fishermen and Environmental Organisations File Action Against the PSR Project

Lai Cheng February 14, 2024 0 Comments

Seven fishers led by Zakaria Ismail together with Sahabat Alam Malaysia (SAM) and Jaringan Ekologi dan Iklim (JEDI) have filed an application for Judicial Review at the Penang High Court on 29 December 2023 to challenge the planning permission given by the Penang State Director of Town and Country Planning on 21 August 2023 for the Penang South Reclamation Project (PSR). The nine applicants are...

WASTEWATER CAN BE A USEFUL RESOURCE

Lai Cheng February 9, 2024 0 Comments

Cities and towns generate a stream of water that has already been used, such as for domestic purposes. This stream of water represents a waste product which must be either disposed of safely or re-used downstream as a resource. In the face of climate change, wastewater can be an untapped resource for farmers. Apart from its value as water, it may also contain nutrients which benefit agricultural...

TREES MAKE CITY DWELLERS HAPPIER

Lai Cheng February 6, 2024 0 Comments

Trees not only slow climate change, they help people live happier, healthier, and longer lives. Trees provide environments conducive to physical and social activities and this improves mental well-being. Whether through community gardening or walking in neighbourhoods or parks, people of all ages report experiencing relaxing or invigorating effects after going out into nature. Studies have shown...

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