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The proper use of science is not to conquer nature but to live in it. - Barry Commoner

'Sustainable Solutions' are your one-stop section for all things concerning Sustainable Technologies.

The section explores the role of technology in the sustainable industry and highlights innovations that made sustainable practices practical and possible across the globe.

Nisshanthan Dhanapalan

Feb 5
3 min

Three UK-Malaysia partnerships receive grants worth RM166,000 for climate change projects

British Council’s A.R.C. Challenge Malaysia Grant aims to create dialogue and contextualise climate change, youth and cultural rights betw...

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Nisshanthan Dhanapalan

Jan 10
1 min

Corporate sustainability - Why companies should develop policies on sustainability

Sustainability has become a buzzword in recent years, taking on increasing significance among corporates. But what exactly is corporate s...

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TheLastStraw News

Mar 17, 2020
3 min

5 Fun Green Activities for Kids whilst Social Distancing

Here’s a special opportunity to keep your children occupied at home and learn valuable lessons in conserving the environment. The outbrea...

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Arivin Tiran

Mar 10, 2020
1 min

PUMA and FIRST MILE turn plastics to performance

Global sports brand PUMA and First Mile, a recycling company based in the UK, have co-created a sportswear collection made from recycled ...

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Arivin Tiran

Dec 13, 2019
4 min

Five Sustainable Swaps for Christmas Essentials

Beyond gift-giving, family gatherings and full-on feastings lie an epidemic which is driving the world to wasteful circumstances. The cou...

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Arivin Tiran

Oct 31, 2019
1 min

Penang bids farewell to paper-based parking coupons

All Penang motorist and visitors who drive to Penang must now download the Penang Smart Parking (PSP) app.

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TheLastStraw News

Oct 23, 2019
3 min

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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TheLastStraw News

Oct 23, 2019
3 min

5 sustainable efforts by Switzerland, the most environmentally friendly country in the world!

Switzerland is known for many things. From pristine lakes, mountains, and forests, to globally exported cheese and chocolate and even the...

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TheLastStraw News

Mar 30, 2017
2 min

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 che...

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TheLastStraw News

Mar 28, 2017
1 min

How you can use your smartphone to save the rainforest

Wait, what? Smartphones to help save the rainforest? Yes, the ubiquitous smartphone could be the next step in helping preserve what rainf...

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