Govt expediting transition of solid waste management to circular economy
The govt is focusing on accelerating the transition from the concept of solid waste management in a linear economy to a circular economy.
Tue Jul 19 2022
Question mark over Malaysia's hope of achieving 40 per cent recycling rate by 2025
Every year, Malaysia loses an estimated RM476 million in recyclable resources in an industry that is considered as high value.
Thu Mar 10 2022
Former company COO fined RM200,000 for using false document
A former COO of a solid waste management company was fined a total of RM200,000, in default 36 months' jail, by the Sessions Court to three alternative charges of using false documents in claims.
Thu Feb 17 2022
SWCorp committed to continue clean-up efforts in flood affected areas
Solid Waste Management and Public Cleansing Corporation (SWCorp)is committed to continuing clean-up efforts in areas affected by the floods in Selangor.
Mon Dec 27 2021
Budget 2021: ECERDC proposes development on Terengganu islands
Development and upgrading of support infrastructure such as jetties, sidewalks, public facilities and solid waste management would help conserve the islands' natural assets.
Mon Sep 07 2020
ISWA: Malaysia Wakes Up To Plastic Peril
Malaysia will be playing host to the International Solid Waste Management Association (ISWA) World Congress for the first time. Its Chairman Ho De Leong says it's time for Malaysia to get serious.
Mon Oct 22 2018
Johor considers using incinerator to overcome garbage problem
He said the method was expected to be able to tackle the issue of the shortage of solid waste disposal sites that was plaguing Johor currently.
Sun May 14 2017
Friendlier approach needed before mandatory solid waste segregation - SWCorp
A friendlier approach has been taken to educate the public on solid waste segregation before the initiative is made mandatory on June 1, 2016, said SWCorp CEO Datuk Ab Rahim Md Noor.
Wed Sep 02 2015
Malaysians waste 8,000 tonnes of food daily
The amount of wasted food, equivalent to 8 million kilogrammes, can feed six million people.
Thu Sep 18 2014
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024