Fadlun (centre) trying to use a reverse vending machine that rewards users who insert a used or empty glass bottle, plastic bottle or aluminium can.
PUTRAJAYA’s green carnival heightened public awareness about recycling and environmental responsibility.
Putrajaya Corporation (PPJ) president Datuk Fadlun Mak Ujud said Karnival Kitar Semula Putrajaya offered a platform for the public to engage in initiatives supporting Putrajaya’s transformation into a low-carbon green city.
The carnival featured activities, including a 5km race, 3R Fashion Design Competition, 3R Creative Art Competition, denim upcycling workshops and sale of pre-loved clothings.
Fadlun said the initiative was in line with Putrajaya’s master plan, which emphasised environmental sustainability.
“Goals outlined in the Putrajaya Low-Carbon City Road Map is to achieve a 30% recycling rate by 2030, alongside a 30% reduction in per capita solid waste.
“These targets form part of Putrajaya’s ongoing efforts to protect the environment and promote a cleaner, healthier city for all its residents,” he said at the carnival’s award presentation ceremony at Kompleks Kejiranan Precinct 9.
Carnival visitors taking part in a creative workshop.
Fadlun said the event also served as a platform for strategic collaboration between key stakeholders, including Solid Waste Management and Public Cleaning Corporation, Alam Flora, Alam Flora Environmental Solutions, and the Women’s Development Department.
“Their cooperation, alongside the support of the Federal Territories Residents Representative Council, has breathed new life into efforts to make Putrajaya a model for sustainability.
“A significant component of the event was the promotion of recycling practices through innovative educational activities.
“These included green technology exhibitions, creative workshops and interactive displays designed to inspire the community,” he said.
As part of these efforts, he said, the city was actively improving its waste management infrastructure.
“Upgraded rubbish houses, designed with eco-friendly elements and dedicated spaces for waste segregation, are being implemented in various residential areas across Putrajaya, such as the civil servant quarters in Precinct 9, 16 and 17,” he said.
Visitors checking out the carnival booths.
“These areas will serve as pilot models for waste segregation, aiming to make it easier for residents to separate recyclable materials at the source.
“The success of the carnival shows the power of collaboration between public and private sectors and the community in addressing environmental challenges.
“With continuous education and active participation, we can cultivate a society that prioritises sustainability and cleanliness.”
Fadlun also said Putrajaya’s future as a clean city hinged on the collective responsibility of its stakeholders.
“With ongoing initiatives like this carnival, the city is well on its way to achieving its recycling and sustainability goals, paving the way for a cleaner, greener future for generations to come,” he added.
