Green Every Day
Wednesday, June 11, 2008Climate change awareness campaign draws 15,000 visitors
THE 1 Utama Shopping Centre in Petaling Jaya is no stranger when it comes to creating environmental awareness.
Sarawak takes measures to balance development and conservation
Stepping up public education, investing in more sophisticated waste treatment facilities, tightening laws and beefing up enforcement activities – these are what the Sarawak government has pledged to create a better environment for all.
Driving home the green message
High spirits ruled as a downpour fails to dampen the mood at The Star’s Green Every Day - Act Now event at Taman Lembah Kiara Sunday.
Early shower no damper for nature lovers
The light morning shower hardly dampened the spirit of nature lovers who turned up in droves to take part in The Star's Green Every Day – Act Now! campaign.
Feeding a passion for trees
Spurred on by memories of growing up among trees at her home in old town, Petaling Jaya, Datin Seri Jeanne Abdullah is passionate about saving the rainforest. In a rare walkabout through her edible garden in Seri Perdana, she talked about her plans to showcase the beauty of the rainforest.
Hazards in household waste
Some of our household waste is hazardous and we have to dispose of them in a safe manner.
Retailers go green, bag makers red
Retailers in China are now fighting a battle for the “green” high ground in a bid to turn fashion-conscious customers into eco-aware shoppers, as plastic bags face the ban.
Green celebration is aimed at promoting environmental awareness
IT’S time to go green and play our part for the environment as The Star’s Green Every Day – Act Now event takes place tomorrow at Taman Lembah Kiara, Taman Tun Dr Ismail.
Pledges reflect a growing green concern
CARTOONIST Reggie Lee stopped using plastic bags a few years ago and sometimes gets weird looks when he tells grocers not to give him plastic bags.
Going green at the dinner table
EVER wondered what organic food really is and how it can benefit health and help conserve the environment?
Do more than just plant trees
The effects of greenhouse gases coupled with rising global fuel prices should bring about a new structural change in the way Malaysians use energy.
Stopping work for environs
A developer stopped work for a day Thursday at its four construction sites, planted trees and released butterflies and birds in conjunction with World Environment Day.
Idol stars join in making green pledges
She used to throw rubbish everywhere but now “Malaysian Idol” finalist Dina has renewed her pledge to stop littering.
Pahang sticks to rules in managing natural assets
The Pahang government takes pride in walking the talk when it comes to matters involving environment preservation.
SP Setia employees band together for the environment
ONE hundred houses at SP Setia Ecopark have been installed with solar panels as part of a study to determine the feasibility of such energy sources.
Selangor aims for zero plastic bags, statewide
SELANGOR will declare itself a Zero Plastic Bag Zone in a year’s time. For a start, all the 12 municipal and city councils in the state will be going on a zero plastic bag campaign from next month before it is extended to the rest of the state.
Subang Jaya assemblyman pledges to support more environmental efforts
Subang Jaya folk can expect a greener environment with assemblyman Hannah Yeoh pledging to support as many environmental efforts as possible in the constituency.
More action on green day
Expect a lot of wheel and skate actions this Sunday at The Star’s Green Every Day - Act Now celebration as the skating community will be making their appearance to spice things up.
SOS – Earth calling
Man has scarred the land, stained the seas and eaten away at the foundation of nature. Isn't it time that he eases his demands on the planet?
Back to basics
While many talk about green living, one man has actually taken a big step in that direction.
A convenient truth
You can make a difference through small changes in the way you live.
Of cycling and recycling
Landing in quiet Miri has been an eye-opener for a Briton.
Doing our bit
Taking care of Mother Earth demands that we should all Act Now! To mark World Environment Day 2008, Malaysians around the country have made pledges on what they are prepared to do as individuals.
Getting down to action
While others have made pledges on how they intend to help protect Mother Earth, let's take a look at what politicians, artistes and other Malaysians have to say about the environment and the things they are already doing about it or are planning to do.
Catch them young!
Schools and youth groups can make all the difference in building a nation that cares for the environment.
Give it a thought
You can't get rich doing environment work, say most parents. Four Malaysians talk about why they are in this field despite such views.
What we eat counts
It is not just a matter of calories. The journey food takes from the farm to our plates can have a great impact on the environment.
Boost for green project
The Star’s Green Every Day - Act Now campaign in collecting environment pledges received a boost when Datin Seri Jeanne Abdullah, wife of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi, made her pledge as part of the campaign.
Food for thought
With today's food crisis, we must take a closer look at how we deal with food.
Green glossary
More than ever before, it is vital to learn about the environment these days. Here is a guide to help with some of the terms you are likely to come across.
Masidi speaks on environs issues
Sabah Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister Datuk Masidi Manjun has suggested the use of nuclear energy if bio-fuel or hydro energy cannot meet the current needs of the state's 2.7 million people.
Join us this Sunday
In conjunction with World Environment Day today, The Star is organising the Green Every Day – Act Now celebration on Sunday at Taman Lembah Kiara, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, from 9am to 4pm.
Unfriendly development
The Friends of Bukit Gasing (FOBG) is all out to oppose a proposal in the Draft Kuala Lumpur City Plan 2020 that will result in city folk being deprived of a further 14.2ha of green area in Bukit Gasing.
Lather up with handmade soap
WONG Hui Chin was a victim of sensitive skin before she finally came up with a solution that not only saved her skin, but is environment-friendly, too.
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