Hasher penalties against water polluters proposed
KUALA LUMPUR: The amendment to the Water Services Industry Act 2006 (Act 655) to increase the punishment period and the rate of fines for parties that cause pollution to the water supply system is expected to be tabled in Parliament in June. Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change Minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad said the […]
Keeping rivers clean entails public participation
KUCHING: Water pollution has been an issue of concern for so many years and the primary cause of water pollution is due to the amount of garbage thrown into the rivers. Sarawak, which is surrounded by rivers and also known for its large land mass, has been fighting a battle to provide clean rivers. Sarawak […]
Invest more in water infrastructure before it’s too late
BY NINA MUSLIM MALAYSIA has lots of rain and water resources and yet it has suffered more water woes in one year than a desert country. Since the beginning of the year, the Klang Valley has had its water supply disrupted almost every month due to various reasons, most commonly due to pollution in recent […]
Reduce environmental impact through proper disposal of used cooking oil
Over the years, improper oil disposal, especially cooking oil, has been a major contributor to water pollution. However, recent researches have found that used cooking oil can be used to produce biodiesel, a more eco-friendly source of energy compared to other fuels. Recycling oil and grease properly also ensures these wastes are staying out of […]
Don’t pollute drains and rivers
MIRI: Minister of Transport Datuk Lee Kim Shin has called on the public not to throw domestic waste into the river or ditches near their residential areas. “Please restrain from throwing plastic or domestic waste into bodies of waters or ditches near your houses — change your attitude,” he said. Lee added that not only […]