Recycle used oil for industrial use
The rapid rise in population, urbanisation, and industrial activities has led to an increased production of waste, posing a significant challenge to environmental sustainability. In response to this, Timuran Kembangan Sdn. Bhd., a local enterprise based in Kuching, has emerged as a pioneer in the recycling of used oil from both industrial and domestic sources. […]
Eco run instils culture of cleanliness
KUCHING: The Green Day Eco Run 2023 serves as a crucial platform to instil a sense of environmental sustainability among the community. Deputy Utility and Telecommunication Minister Datuk Dr Abdul Rahman Junaidi highlighted that the event held at Trombol Beach has successfully engaged the youth, instilling a culture of cleanliness for future generations. “I express […]
Planting trees to promote sustainability
BINTULU: Bintulu Port Holdings Berhad (BPHB) took a significant step toward promoting environmental sustainability during its tree planting programme at Taman Millennium, Bintulu. Ruslan Abdul Ghani, BPHB’s Group Chief Executive Officer, delivered an address during the event held yesterday. The event was attended by Datuk Muhammad Yakup Kari, General Manager of Bintulu Development Authority (BDA). […]
Opportunities aplenty for youths in new economy: Fazzrudin
KUCHING: The new economy which is based on environmental sustainability provides plenty of opportunities for youths in the job market, said Tupong assemblyman Fazzrudin Abdul Rahman. He said while the strategies have been implemented for Sarawak to embark on economies based on the production of hydrogen, ammonia and methanol, the youths have to take up […]
Cypark relishes opportunity to work with Sarawak
KUCHING: A leading player in the renewable energy sector has commended the Sarawak government for its environmental sustainability initiatives. The praise comes from Cypark Resources Berhad, the nation’s pioneering developer and provider in integrated renewable energy, construction and engineering, green technology and environmental services as well as waste management and waste-to-energy. Its group chief executive […]
Bakun Hydro Power Generation facility clinches awards
KUCHING: Sarawak Energy’s Bakun Hydro Power Generation facility was named the national-level best overall performer and Challenge Trophy winner at the recent Prime Minister’s Hibiscus Awards (PMHA) 2021/2022. In its press release, Sarawak Energy said that apart from its outstanding contribution to environmental conservation and sustainable innovation, this also marked the first time that a […]
PMC chosen for Green City pioneer
BY ALEXANDRA LORNA & JAMES WONG KUCHING: The Padawan Municipal Council (PMC) has been chosen as one of the four pioneer cities for the development of the new generation Green City Action Plans (GCAP), according to Deputy Premier Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian. Located at the periphery of Kuching City, which is experiencing rapid […]
OCBC Bank supports state’s strategic initiatives
KUCHING: OCBC Bank (Malaysia) Berhad expressed its support for the Sarawak government’s strategic initiatives to fight for economic prosperity, social inclusion and environmental sustainability. In stating this, its chief executive officer (CEO) Tan Chor Sen said that Sarawak remained an important part of OCBC Malaysia’s strategic core which contributed to Malaysia’s economic growth and was […]
Climate change concerns Sarawakians too
KUCHING: The climate change is not only happening across the globe but in Sarawak as well, said Datuk Seri Dr Sim Kui Hian In stating this, the Deputy Premier pointed out that extreme weather phenomena such as continuous heavy rain and scorching heat here had triggered various disasters such as flash floods, and heat stroke. […]
Protecting forest reserves a challenging task
By Muhammad Basir Roslan KUALA LUMPUR: For over 30 Mah Meri Orang Asli villagers, the oil palm smallholdings sprawled over 20 hectares of land, just a kilometre away from their settlement in Kampung Bukit Bangkong in Sepang, Selangor, have been their main source of income. They have been tending their oil palm for 12 years […]