Whenever illegal logging is mentioned, the image of big logs from ancient trees come to mind. But there is also other forms of illegal logging, one that was highlighted in a recent article in a local newspaper. The illegal ‘logging’, if it can be called that, took place in forest reserves of Bukit Mertajam and [...]
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Mangrove Swamps in Malaysia
Malaysia has received its fair, or perhaps unfair, share of negative criticism about the environment. A large amount of this has been focused on the growth of palm oil plantations, which according to the critics, are at the expense of the natural rainforests of Malaysia. And lost in all that negativity is the country’s efforts [...]
Going Green Is In
Green is the new black for the 21st century it seems, as many environmental issues and practices begin to gain traction in the average human’s life. In recent years, Malaysia has begun to take environmental issues seriously, and citizens are now more informed and involved in green initiatives. Earth Hour, TX2, Greener Cleaner Penang, and [...]
Orang-utan Fans Are Preparing Their Best Orange Togs For The 12th November
This year has certainly been a defining one for climate change activists; global warming, environmental concerns and the importance of wildlife preservation have made their way to the forefront of international issues in a series of global talks and summits. For many conservation enthusiasts, however, the most important date of the year is yet to [...]
Kinabatangan Tourism Operators Help Conserve Environment
The newly launched Kinabatangan Corridor of Life Tourism Operators Association (KiTA) seeks to play a role in environmental conservation in Kinabatangan.
Who Will Save the Coral?
Dive activities make up a part of Malaysia’s tourism industry. The country is blessed with natural underwater beauty and wonders, including the many islands of Sabah, specifically Sipadan Island. But the emphasis on these underwater wonders also has a negative side to it.
Tags: Coral Reef Conservation, Coral Reefs, environmental conservation, malaysia, sabah, Sipadan
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