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Greenwater Project Drives Water Conservation In Eight Schools In Penang
BUKIT MERTAJAM, June 25 (Bernama) -- Lam Research has stepped up its water conservation efforts in schools through the launch of the Greenwater Project, in collaboration with Water Watch Penang.
Lam Manufacturing Malaysia general manager Lee Eng Keat said the project was aimed at instilling sustainable water management practices among students and teachers in schools across Penang.
He said the project involved eight selected schools, where sustainable systems were installed to harvest rainwater and collect condensation from air-conditioning systems.
'Water conservation, especially in states such as Penang which are facing pressure on water resources, requires a joint effort. Hence, we are proud to collaborate with Water Watch Penang in realising the Greenwater Project initiative.
'Through the installation of rainwater harvesting systems in schools and by educating students on the importance of conserving this resource, we can foster a more sustainable future for all,' he said at the Greenwater Project launching ceremony at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Tinggi Bukit Mertajam, here today.
The ceremony was officiated by Penang Water Supply Corporation (PBAPP) chief executive officer Datuk K. Pathmanathan and was also attended by Water Watch Penang president Prof Emeritus Datuk Dr Chan Ngai Weng.
Lee said the project had the potential to save about 500,000 litres of water annually, thereby reducing dependence on treated water by at least five per cent for non-potable use.
He said his team had also enhanced the existing rainwater harvesting system, in line with Lam's global target to save 80 million gallons of water by year-end, since the project was initiated in 2019.
Meanwhile, Pathmanathan commended the efforts and commitment of Lam Research and Water Watch Penang in supporting the state's efforts to ensure a safe water supply.
