Gaming company shows concern for environment
KUCHING: A total of 80 Magnum employees participated in a tree-planting initiative organised by MagnumCares as part of its commitment to enhancing environmental conservation efforts. The company has been promoting Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles with the help of their staff members via numerous initiatives. The latest effort was led by Krian Upatkoon, Executive […]
Ensure big-scale sago plantation do not affect environment, gov’t told
BY NATASHA JEE & ALEXANDRA LORNA KUCHING: An opposition member has argued that while sago plantation is environmentally friendly, large-scale cultivation coupled with widespread fertiliser usage, however, will harm the environment. Chong Chieng Jen (DAP-Kota Sentosa), admitting that sago plantations do absorb carbon particles contained in the air, introducing large-scale plantations can be detrimental to […]
Highlights of PM Ismail Sabri’s speech when tabling the 12th Malaysia Plan
KUALA LUMPUR: Following are the highlights of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob’s speech when tabling the 12th Malaysia Plan (12MP) 2021-2025 in Dewan Rakyat today. *With the objective of ‘A Prosperous, Inclusive, Sustainable Malaysia’, the 12MP focuses on efforts to boost economic growth and ensure a more equitable distribution of the country’s wealth […]
NREB to continue leading charge in environment, natural resources conservation
KUCHING: The Natural Resources and Environment Board (NREB) says it will continue to play its role in the protection, management and the conservation of the state’s natural resources and environment. NREB controller Peggy Ronin Edin said environmental issues were now becoming more complex, as such NREB’s responsibilities were also getting more diverse, complicated and challenging. […]
Sustainable housing development crucial
KUCHING: Sustainable housing development is needed in the city to provide an environment that is more conducive to good living, said Chief Minister Datuk Patinggi Abang Johari Tun Openg. For that purpose, he said the Ministry of Urban Development and Natural Resources needed to work together with the local authorities to identify areas to develop. […]
Rooftop edible garden needs plastic bottles
KUCHING: The single-use plastic bottle, once hailed has a brilliant container for everyday convenience, has evolved into a global issue with a gargantuan negative impact on the environment. With plastic bottles taking an estimated 450 years to degrade, coupled with their widespread usage, this is indeed a ticking time bomb of a problem which needs […]
Enjoying the wonders of nature
Nature’s best is manifested in the green forests where one can enjoy peace and relaxation away from the hassle and bustle of city life. A treasure of extravagance Nature’s best scenery is manifested by the greenery of ulu (remote) hinterland, namely the soothing images and smell of trees, vegetation and the foliage around one’s vicinity. […]
Expedition aims to unravel Lundu’s natural treasures
By Nia Natasha Hasenan LUNDU: A scientific expedition is being carried out here to document forest biodiversities and environment, revealed the director of Sarawak Forestry Department, Datuk Hamden Mohammad. “It is to unravel the natural treasures. We hope to use the information obtained later to develop a plan to manage the resources in this area. […]
‘Work closely with SMC’
SIBU: Local residents have been urged to work closely with the Sibu Municipal Council (SMC) to keep the environment clean. Pointing out this, SMC chairman Clarence Ting said, “If people keep throwing rubbish with SMC picking it up, it will be an endless tale. “With a clean environment, we will be living happier and healthier […]
Council chief wants clean, safe environment
SIBU: Everyone is responsible for keeping the environment clean and safe. Sibu Municipal Council chairman Clarence Ting emphasised that people should play their respective roles in making sure that the places where they live and work are kept clean at all times. Ting was speaking at a cleanliness campaign at Kampong Datu on Sunday (Sept […]
