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@ green | January-February , 2022
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a . azam Creative Director p10-11
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Keeping 1.5C alive
The Glasgow Climate Pact will speed up the pace of climate action
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The young demand action to protect their future
Education ministers from around the world pledge to put climate change at the heart of their curriculums
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ASEAN energy efficiency imperative
High-efficiency motors and variable speed drivers help cities to cut energy consumption p04 p12-13
Managing and reducing wastes
KDEB Waste Management venturing into establishing waste treatment facilities with modern technology .
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Reducing dependency on treated water
IWK ’ s sewage treatment plants can produce 5,092m litres of bioeffluent a day
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Striking a balance
Roadmap launched for Malaysia ’ s RE transition p08
Strategic directions in solving flood catastrophes
Ability of the tropical rainforest as a ‘ rain catchment area ’ is declining due to logging
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Is it a one-time thing ?
Our writer was a victim of the recent Selangor floods and says it serves as a reminder of climate change and extreme weather
COVER STORY p10-11
Key to a sustainable future
Alam Flora ’ s sustainable waste management plays an essential role in the country ’ s circular economy p16
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Singapore takes lead
Singapore Energy Summit brings like-minded players to discuss the advancement in the energy transition
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Moving towards better cities
City Expo Malaysia 2021 recorded more than 30,000 booth visitors
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Why do smart cities fail ?
Technology distracts people from focusing on more important things