Environment news in Bukit Mertajam
12 stories within reach of Bukit Mertajam, published in the last 30 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.
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Bukit Mertajam Hospital makes global green list, ranks among world’s top 250
Bukit Mertajam Hospital in Penang has been ranked among the world's top 250 greenest hospitals, a first for Malaysia. The recognition highlights the hospital's commitment to environmental sustainability in healthcare.
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Penang grants Jelutong landfill extension until Oct 2026, project faces scrutiny over EIA concerns
The Penang state government has granted PLB Engineering Berhad an extension to operate the Jelutong landfill until October 2026. The decision faces scrutiny over environmental impact assessment (EIA) concerns, with questions raised about the project's compliance and potential effects on the surrounding area.
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Penang keeps close eye on haze situation before final decision on Merdeka parade
GEORGE TOWN, Aug 27 — The Penang state government is closely monitoring daily air quality levels before making a f...
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Penang schools told to stay on alert as haze worsens
GEORGE TOWN, Aug 26 — The Penang Education Department (JPNPP) has directed all District Education Offices (PPD) an...
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Haze alert: Penang health exco advises face masks as API levels spike
GEORGE TOWN, Aug 25 — Residents of Penang are urged to limit outdoor activities as air quality deteriorated today,...
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As air quality turns unhealthy at Minden, Penang exco urges public to limit outdoor activities
GEORGE TOWN, Aug 13 — Air quality in parts of Penang reached unhealthy levels today, with the Minden monitoring st...
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Penang may advise schools to suspend outdoor activities if air quality worsens, says CM
GEORGE TOWN, Aug 13 — The Penang government may advise schools to suspend or postpone outdoor activities if air qu...
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Root rot and trunk cavity blamed for Angsana tree collapse in George Town
GEORGE TOWN, Aug 9 — Root rot and a cavity in the base of a 90-year-old Angsana tree, compounded by chronic soil c...
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Pulau Burung landfill fire extinguished after nearly four-hour operation
NIBONG TEBAL, Aug 4 — The Penang Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) took nearly four hours to full...
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Rare fish caught in Sungai Kuala after 15 years
A rare fish species, Lutjanus goldiei, was caught in Sungai Kuala, Penang, after not being recorded there for 15 years. The Fisheries Department highlighted the ecological significance and encouraged catch-and-release practices for conservation.
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Rare fish reappears in Penang river after 15 years
A rare fish species, Lutjanus goldiei, was caught in Sungai Kuala, Penang, for the first time in 15 years. The Fisheries Department noted its ecological importance and urged anglers to practice catch-and-release.
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Rare black bass caught in Penang river after 15 years
A rare black bass was caught in Sungai Kuala, Penang, the first such sighting in 15 years. The Penang Fisheries Department confirmed the species and urged anglers to practice catch-and-release.