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The First Time I met Hope and Doris
Hope and Doris. Photograph by Peter Ong By Peter Ong One always remembers the firsts with particular clarity. The first aeroplane ride....
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Aug 19, 20204 min read
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Global business must follow Germany’s private sector in linking COVID-19 aid to climate action
Opinions by Datuk (Dr) Vinod Sekhar This article was originally published in Euronews. COVID-19 has wreaked havoc on the global economy....
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Jun 16, 20204 min read
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We asked 11 people to reflect on Earth Hour 2020 and here is what they have to say
In the midst of social distancing and restricted movement due to Covid-19, how can we commemorate Earth Hour better as we reflect on...
Nisshanthan Dhanapalan
Mar 28, 20208 min read
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Earth Hour 2020: Our moment to reflect on the present
Opinions As most of us around the globe are quarantined and are practicing social distancing, we ask ourselves what can we do more for...
Nisshanthan Dhanapalan
Mar 28, 20203 min read
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10 endangered species that require your attention
We explore 10 animals that are on the brink of extinction and who do you reach out to help. Today is World Wildlife Day. According to the...
Nisshanthan Dhanapalan
Mar 3, 20206 min read
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10 Sustainable Business Practices you can implement today
Sustainable businesses are the buzz of the day in line with global sustainable development. According to the UN, “global sustainable...
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Oct 23, 20192 min read
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Coral Reefs in Popular Malaysian Tourist Destinations are facing Serious Threats
Article contributed by Julian Hyde, General Manager of Reef Check Malaysia The coral reefs of popular island destinations in Pulau Redang...
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Oct 23, 20192 min read
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Lessons from the jungle - Nation -building
The intrinsic value of forests was recently brought to the fore of public dialogue, with images of a burning Amazonian forest shocking...
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Oct 23, 20195 min read
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Balancing Economic Benefits and Environmental Damage: The case for Eco-Tourism in Malaysia
Article contributed by Julian Hyde, General Manager of Reef Check Malaysia Introduction Tourism is a key industry in Malaysia, accounting...
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Oct 23, 20193 min read
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The Bajaus - The real Aquam(e)n
The Bajau people live across the southern Philippines, Indonesia and Malaysia and, according to BBC’s rough estimates, number about one...
Arivin Tiran
Oct 23, 20192 min read
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Social Enterprise PichaEats Rebuilds Lives of Refugees
Social sustainability has often been overlooked considering how it receives the least attention in public dialogue. The concept behind...
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Oct 23, 20192 min read
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A Pathway Out of Poverty
Is education a right or a privilege? This is one of the most pertinent topics discussed. To address this topic we first need to...
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Oct 23, 20192 min read
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Why mangroves matter
Mangroves are very unappreciated! Like tropical rainforests, mangrove ecosystems are very important habitats for plants and animals, help...
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Aug 20, 20185 min read
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Andrew Sebastian - Turning passion into profession
Andrew Sebastian - naturalist, environmentalist, activist and avid birdwatcher. He fell in love with nature at a young age and after...
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May 8, 20183 min read
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Debunking myths of farm-raised fish
Seafood is one of the most popular sources of protein worldwide. As recorded by WWF-Malaysia in 2014, Malaysians consumed about 56.6 kg...
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May 23, 20173 min read
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100 days, 100 ways: Don’t get yourself wrapped in plastic
Plastic bags are among the most common objects that we can find in our homes, offices, vehicles, and even in our yards. Yes, they are...
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Mar 30, 20172 min read
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100 days, 100 ways: Save water, save the world
Malaysia is indeed a blessed country. We do not suffer major water crises as some of our of neighbours do. But in contrast, Malaysia has...
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Mar 22, 20172 min read
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100 Days, 100 Ways: Take care of Malaysia's rivers!
Thanks to Malaysia’s geographical advantage, we receive plenty of rainfall – about 3,000 mm annually – that streams into luscious rivers...
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Mar 14, 20172 min read
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