Themed “Time for Nature”, this year’s World Environment Day puts the spotlight on biodiversity
This year’s World Environment Day (5 June) – an international event...
Air pollution not only degrades the environment, but also increases health problems
It has been long documented that air pollution poses a serious threat not...
The critically endangered Karas tree
By utilising the hyperspectral sensor, Forest Department Sarawak (FDS) has been mitigating the depletion of wild Karas trees in Sarawak.
The...
A hyperspectral sensor. Some models can be mounted on a fixed wing aircraft or a helicopter
Forest Department Sarawak (FDS) have been taking full advantage...
Agencies, departments and organisations in the environment and forestry sectors are allowed to operate during the CMCO, in compliance with given SOPs
In reopening the...
Reforestation plays a vital role in accelerating the recovery of degraded forest areas around the world
In recent decades, more attention is given to reforestation...
Sarawak Government is prioritising environmental sustainability, including the use of renewable energy such as hydropower to enhance economic recovery post COVID-19
As part of its...
Certain sectors such as the paper and packaging sector is committed to using forest-certified materials
There are several benefits that forest managers, such as forest...
Waste segregation is necessary in increasing recycling rates, decreasing the burden faced by a country’s landfill system and improving public health
With most Malaysians staying...
In recent years there has been growing global pressure on all levels of governments to improve performance.
There is also a growing concern with sustainability,...