Helping autistics grow
The project is coordinated by SNLC and assisted by CETDEM, which provides the technical knowledge on organic farming; and ExxonMobil, which helps to provide financial aid and manpower.
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Munch, taste and take your time
Can slow food ever work in a fast world? Thank goodness some Malaysians seem to think so.
GREEN TRANSPORT: Roadblocks to cycling culture
These issues are all too familiar to environmentalist Gurmit Singh, who had raised similar concerns in the 1970s, when he supported the use of the bike to combat traffic problems. Gurmit was Malaysia’s first bicycle advocate.
Centre for Environment, Technology and Development, Malaysia executive director Anthony Tan concurs.
“People must view the bicycle as a viable mode of transportation, instead of a poor man‘s choice or for use in the villages.
“And our ministers, exco members and mayors should lead by example by riding to work,“ he adds.
COVER STORY: Making Efforts in Sustainability Count
Tan mentioned that, in the same year, CETDEM also launched the WCPJ Project, also known as the Working with the Community on Energy Efficiency at Household Level in Petaling Jaya Project, which wasdesigned as a follow through of the ABC Project andwas funded by ExxonMobil Malaysia.
Group: Budget failed to address public transportation woes
Centre for Environment, Technology & Development Malaysia (Cetdem) executive director Anthony Tan said the Government should ensure all upcoming housing development plans incorporated environmentally-friendly designs.
CONSERVE ENERGY AND REDUCE COSTS
Energy-efficient appliances not only pare down electricity bills, they reduce carbon dioxide emissions from power generation too.
Anthony Tan, executive director of the Centre for Environment, Technology & Development Malaysia (Cetdem) feels the same way, remarking that what attracts Malaysians are low-priced products. “Understanding about saving electricity is ….
ORGANIC DAY
Hari Organik 2011, organised by the Centre for Environment, Technology and Development Malaysia (CETDEM) and sponsored by Tesco, will feature talks, demonstrations and fun games on organic and sustainable lifestyle on June 25 from 8.30am to 2pm at Tesco, Kepong Village Mall, Bandar Manjalara, KL. …
Power Wastage can be Curbed if Consumers Value Electricity
Power wastage among Malaysians can be curbed if they value electricity and accept the fact that the Government in embarking on gradual reduction of subsidy, the for Centre for Environment, Technology and Development (Cetdem) chairman, Gurmit Singh, said.
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Going ‘green’ this fasting month
Evangeline Majawat
news@nst.com.my
Centre for Environment, Technology and Development, Malaysia executive director Anthony Tan said sustainable living should compliment the virtues of the fasting month — humility and patience.
“If we’re looking into becoming a sustainable society, we must look into what we buy and our lifestyles carefully,” he said.
Learn the organic way of life
THE Centre for Environment, Technology and Develop-ment, Malaysia (CETDEM) together with Slow Food Klang Valley and the Residents’ Association of Section 19 will jointly host the 5th Organic Day on July 4.
The event will be held from 8.30am-2pm, at The Padang, Jalan 19/22, Petaling Jaya.
The event also has the support of the Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ).
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