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Hans India
30-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Students join water conservation drive
Visakhapatnam: Reaffirming its commitment to environmental sustainability and as part of 'World Water Day 2025', Coromandel International Limited, Visakhapatnam, organised various contests, including drawing and essay writing, and engaged students in a range of water conservation awareness initiatives. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from over 100 students, including children of employees and students from GVMC High School, Sriharipuram. The event began with the inauguration of 'Neer Thottam' (Water Garden), a specially developed water-themed garden, in the presence of Gnanasundaram M, Vice President of the company; D. Nagaraju, Head – Manufacturing; Nagarjuna, Manager – Environment, Health and Safety (EHS); and other officials. Speaking about the initiative, Arun Leslie George, President and CHRO of Coromandel International, said, 'Engaging with young minds on environmental issues like water conservation is vital for shaping a sustainable future. Activities such as drawing and essay competitions help foster awareness, creativity, and responsibility among students.' The winners of the competitions were felicitated for their creative and thoughtful contributions.
The Sun
16-05-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
'Be a catalyst for change': DPM Fadillah inspires PETRA staff toward national progress
PUTRAJAYA: Deputy Prime Minister cum Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof today said honesty, commitment and first-class thinking must continue to be instilled among workers as the backbone of the country's progress. He said this through a Facebook post in conjunction with the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation's (PETRA) monthly assembly today. 'The assembly is not just a monthly routine, but a space for reflection and an injection of enthusiasm for all of us to continue moving forward with commitment and integrity. 'Every effort we make today is an investment in the future of the country. Continue to move forward with confidence, serve honestly, and be a catalyst for change that benefits all the people,' he said. In conjunction with World Water Day 2025, themed 'Glacier Preservation', Fadillah also called on all parties to practice prudent water use. During the assembly, Fadillah said he also shared several important events involving PETRA, including the gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights, which demonstrated the efficiency of the PETRA team in acting quickly to ensure continuity of supply. He said PETRA also co-hosting the ASEAN Centre for Energy for the ASEAN Nuclear Energy Cooperation - Sub-sector Network (NEC-SSN) Meeting, driving strategic discussions related to nuclear energy in the implementation of the ASEAN Plan of Action for Energy Cooperation (APAEC) 2026-2030. In strengthening international relations, various courtesy visits and working visits have been carried out involving countries such as the United States, New Zealand, Palestine, Japan, Korea, Turkey, the United Kingdom and France, he added.
The Sun
16-05-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
DPM Fadillah inspires PETRA staff toward national progress
PUTRAJAYA: Deputy Prime Minister cum Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof today said honesty, commitment and first-class thinking must continue to be instilled among workers as the backbone of the country's progress. He said this through a Facebook post in conjunction with the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation's (PETRA) monthly assembly today. 'The assembly is not just a monthly routine, but a space for reflection and an injection of enthusiasm for all of us to continue moving forward with commitment and integrity. 'Every effort we make today is an investment in the future of the country. Continue to move forward with confidence, serve honestly, and be a catalyst for change that benefits all the people,' he said. In conjunction with World Water Day 2025, themed 'Glacier Preservation', Fadillah also called on all parties to practice prudent water use. During the assembly, Fadillah said he also shared several important events involving PETRA, including the gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights, which demonstrated the efficiency of the PETRA team in acting quickly to ensure continuity of supply. He said PETRA also co-hosting the ASEAN Centre for Energy for the ASEAN Nuclear Energy Cooperation - Sub-sector Network (NEC-SSN) Meeting, driving strategic discussions related to nuclear energy in the implementation of the ASEAN Plan of Action for Energy Cooperation (APAEC) 2026-2030. In strengthening international relations, various courtesy visits and working visits have been carried out involving countries such as the United States, New Zealand, Palestine, Japan, Korea, Turkey, the United Kingdom and France, he added.
Barnama
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Barnama
"Be A Catalyst For Change": DPM Fadillah Inspires Petra Staff Toward National Progress
PUTRAJAYA, May 16 (Bernama) -- Deputy Prime Minister cum Minister of Energy Transition and Water Transformation Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof today said honesty, commitment and first-class thinking must continue to be instilled among workers as the backbone of the country's progress. He said this through a Facebook post in conjunction with the Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation's (PETRA) monthly assembly today. 'The assembly is not just a monthly routine, but a space for reflection and an injection of enthusiasm for all of us to continue moving forward with commitment and integrity. 'Every effort we make today is an investment in the future of the country. Continue to move forward with confidence, serve honestly, and be a catalyst for change that benefits all the people,' he said. In conjunction with World Water Day 2025, themed 'Glacier Preservation', Fadillah also called on all parties to practice prudent water use. During the assembly, Fadillah said he also shared several important events involving PETRA, including the gas pipeline fire in Putra Heights, which demonstrated the efficiency of the PETRA team in acting quickly to ensure continuity of supply. He said PETRA also co-hosting the ASEAN Centre for Energy for the ASEAN Nuclear Energy Cooperation - Sub-sector Network (NEC-SSN) Meeting, driving strategic discussions related to nuclear energy in the implementation of the ASEAN Plan of Action for Energy Cooperation (APAEC) 2026-2030. In strengthening international relations, various courtesy visits and working visits have been carried out involving countries such as the United States, New Zealand, Palestine, Japan, Korea, Turkey, the United Kingdom and France, he added. -- BERNAMA
The Star
07-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Law to manage Penang raw water in the works
Chow (second from right) with Pathmanathan (left) and Water Watch Penang president Datuk Dr Chan Ngai Weng (second from left) at the World Water Day 2025 celebration at Air Itam Dam, George Town. The pail is to represent the campaign urging Penangites to reduce a pail of water usage per person per day. (Right) Children enjoying a painting competition during the celebration. — Photos: ZHAFARAN NASIB/The Star Penang government will table a Bill to have a state enactment on raw water resource management. Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow said the Bill would work towards the establishment of a dedicated raw water management board with enforcement powers. 'It is aimed at strengthening governance and regulatory control over raw water resources in the state. 'Under the enactment, the board will be established and granted full authority including enforcement powers, issuing licences and permits and approving applications related to water abstraction activities according to set conditions.' He said the Penang Water Regulatory Division (BKSA) currently only performed limited functions related to raw water management, and did not have enforcement or prosecutorial powers. Speaking to reporters after launching the World Water Day 2025 celebrations at the Air Itam dam in George Town, Chow said the Bill would be tabled at the Penang state assembly sitting this month. Stating that it was time for Penang to have a dedicated enactment for raw water management, he said the planned board would take over BKSA's responsibilities and be granted legal authority to act against any violations under the proposed enactment. 'The board is expected to ensure a sustainable, efficient and legally grounded raw water management system for the future of Penang,' he said. Last year, state infrastructure, transport and digital committee chairman Zairil Khir Johari announced that the Penang state executive council had, in principle, approved the proposal to upgrade BKSA. On a separate note, Chow said Penang Water Supply Corporation (PBAPP) aimed to lower water usage to 250 litres of domestic water per capita per day (LCD) compared to the 261 LCD achieved in 2024. 'It is a realistic aim to achieve if everyone works together and takes the necessary steps to use water sparingly in their respective premises daily. 'There was a time when the average domestic water consumption in Penang was 308 LCD, which is high, but thankfully through various efforts in recent years, it has been reduced to 261 LCD. 'The water consumption figure per capita of 261 LCD is a good decrease in comparison to the 308 a few years ago and now we want to lower it by 11. 'If we follow the advice and conserve water whenever possible, I believe the target can be achieved,' he said. PBAPP executive officer Datuk K. Pathmanathan said the target was a small step forward for Penang. 'Malaysia's national average was 237 LCD in 2023, while in Singapore an average of 141 LCD was recorded in the same year. 'Small progressive steps forward can mean water supply security in the future. 'The impact will be significant if 1.8 million Penangites save 11 LCD water at home as it will add up and save 19.8 million litres per day this year,' he said. Pathmanathan said domestic (households) water consumption in 2024 constituted about 54% of the total water consumption in Penang. 'This is why it goes a long way when Penangites use lesser water at home. 'If managed well this can ensure sufficient and stable water supply in all areas in the state even during peak periods of consumption such as major festivals and holidays. 'It will help stabilise water pressure and reduce intermittent water issues in the end-of-line and high ground areas in south Seberang Perai and the southwest districts on the island,' he said. Pathmanathan said by reducing water usage it will help the state weather through prolonged dry seasons and El Nino, lowering the risk of a water crisis.
