by Sharan Raj
To date, there are at least 7 Eco-labeling systems under different agencies, with more being mooted. The unification of all the eco-labels is necessary
Category: Environment
Papar Dam makes neither Economic nor Social Sense
by Sharan Raj
Shafie Apdal’s true objectives for the RM 3 billion Papar Dam are questionable. It has little or no positive impact on the socio-economics of Sabah
Dumping and burning of plastic waste continues?
PSM Kedah condemns the illegal dumping and open air burning of huge amounts of plastic waste in several areas around Sungai Petani town. This irresponsible act has seriously affected the health of the residents living in the vicinity of the sites where the waste was dumped. With reference to the exposure made by Consumer Association…
We Need to Save Our Disappearing Forests
by Rani Rasiah Many Ipoh folk like me take our hills and forests for granted. We seldom stop to ‘stand and stare’, to take in the beauty of these majestic green sentinels that form the natural backdrop to our homes and city. We paid for this nonchalance when during the Chinese New Year break this…
