Mogesh Sababathy

From devastating floods to record-breaking heatwaves, the impacts are now a daily reality. – BERNAMAPIC

Contributing to green transition

EVERY time it rains, there is a flood, a problem that Malaysians have been complaining about recently.

Years ago, if we asked the average Malaysian about climate change, many would have struggled to explain ...

Protect our marine ecosystems

IN Malaysia, the issue of releasing invasive fish into public waters is addressed through strict laws and regulations. The Fisheries Act 1985 prohibits the release of foreign fish species without permission ...

Earth Hour is about understanding the science, acknowledging the urgency and taking collective action to mitigate the impact of climate change. – AFPPIX

Earth Hour, catalyst for sustainable change

AS Malaysians, we are no strangers to the hustle and bustle of daily life. Yet, amid our routines, we find ourselves grappling with an escalating climate crisis, manifested in the form of intensifying ...

Renewable energy sources offer multifaceted advantages for the environment and society. – BERNAMAPIX

Navigating inclusive energy transition

THE global emphasis on transitioning to renewable energy took centre stage at COP28 in Dubai, resulting in a historic agreement where nations pledged to move away from fossil fuels and accelerate the adoption ...

Air pollution is a major, preventable and manageable threat to people’s health and well-being. – REUTERSPIC

Air quality off the charts as haze returns

THE recent unhealthy levels of the Air Quality Index (AQI) in Malaysia brings back memories of the 2015 haze crisis, where the nation choked with weeks of smog, leading to school closures and flight cancellations. ...

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A call to action for climate change

THIS year’s Aidilfitri celebration has been particularly challenging due to the scorching heat waves that coincided with the festive season.

As Malaysians gathered to celebrate and exchange warm wishes, ...

Take action to protect our planet

EARTH Day was on April 22. As Malaysians, we have always prided ourselves on our beautiful natural environment.

However, recent events have shown that our actions are taking a toll on the health of our ...

Engage youths in wildlife conservation

WORLD Wildlife Day, which falls today, is an international awareness day to celebrate and protect wild animals and plants in their natural habitats, and is coordinated by the United Nations Environmental ...

Declare a climate emergency

FOLLOWING the landslide tragedy at the Father’s Organic Farm camping site in Batang Kali, the order to close picnic and camping places nationwide is like crying over spilt milk.

More surprising is that ...