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Free Malaysia Today
9 hours ago
- Politics
- Free Malaysia Today
State govts get almost RM800mil in loans for water supply projects
Deputy prime minister Fadillah Yusof said 28 projects are being implemented to address dry weather and drought. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : The federal government has allocated RM796.4 million in loans to state governments this year to finance water supply projects. Deputy prime minister Fadillah Yusof said these projects are among the government's initiatives to tackle the southwest monsoon, which is expected to bring dry weather and drought, reported Bernama. Fadillah, who is also the energy transition and water transformation minister, said 28 projects were being implemented under this initiative as of May. Twelve projects are being carried out in Sabah, five in Sarawak, three each in Pahang and Terengganu, two each in Kedah and Perlis, and one in Kelantan. 'These projects are at various stages of implementation and seven are expected to be completed this year,' he told reporters after attending an Aidiladha sacrificial event at Kampung Tupong Jaya in Kuching, Sarawak, today. Fadillah said his ministry is now focusing on addressing the issue of non-revenue water (NRW), which results from factors such as system inefficiencies, pipe leakages, and water theft. 'When pipe connections are poor, leakages occur, and there are also old pipes that are damaged. Overall, we estimate the country is losing about 40% of its treated water to NRW. We process the water, but 40% of it is lost. This incurs high costs. 'Therefore, our current focus is to find the best method to reassess the piping system and replace damaged pipes.'
Malay Mail
11 hours ago
- Politics
- Malay Mail
DPM Fadillah: Federal govt allocates RM796.4m for water supply projects as Malaysia prepares for dry monsoon season
KUCHING, June 8 — The Federal Government has allocated RM796.4 million in loans to state governments this year to finance various water supply projects. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said the projects are among the government's initiatives to mitigate the impact of the Southwest Monsoon, which is expected to bring dry weather and potential drought. Fadillah, who is also the Energy Transition and Water Transformation Minister, said as of May this year, 28 projects under this initiative are currently underway. Of the total, 12 are in Sabah, two in Kedah and Perlis, one in Kelantan, three in Pahang and Terengganu and five in Sarawak. 'These projects are at various stages of completion. Some are under implementation and seven are expected to be completed this year,' he told reporters after attending the Aidiladha qurban (sacrificial ritual) programme at Kampung Tupong Jaya, here today. At the same time, Fadillah said his ministry is now focusing on resolving the issue of non-revenue water (NRW). He said NRW is caused by various factors, including system inefficiencies, pipe leakages and water theft. 'When pipe connections are poorly installed, leakages happen. There are also old pipes that have started leaking. Overall, we estimate that the country loses 40 per cent of its treated water. This incurs high costs. 'Therefore, our current priority is to identify methods to reassess the piping systems and replace damaged pipes,' he said. — Bernama
Times of Oman
07-05-2025
- General
- Times of Oman
Water network project linking Duqm and Haima inaugurated
Duqm: Several water projects were inaugurated today in Al Wusta Governorate, most notably the strategic Duqm-Haima Water Supply System, spanning 211 kilometers at a cost exceeding OMR 24 million. The ceremony was held under the patronage of Sheikh Ahmed Musallam Al Kathiri, Governor of Al Wusta. Implemented by Nama Water Services, the project aims to enhance water security and sustainability in the governorate amid population growth. The project includes four key stations: 1. Duqm Station: A pumping station with full mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment, backed by a diesel generator for emergencies. 2. Al-Ajaiz Station: A pumping station with a 1,000 m³ ground tank a 200 m³ overhead tank and a water truck filling station equipped with a magnetic device system to regulate sales and distribution. 3. Abu Madabi Station: A pumping station with a 1,000 m³ ground tank and a truck filling station with magnetic monitoring. 4. Haima Station: A pumping station with a 5,000 m³ ground tank, a 600 m³ overhead tank, a truck filling facility, an administrative building, and a water laboratory. Several solar and wind-powered desalination plants were also launched across the governorate, supporting Oman Vision 2040 for carbon neutrality by adopting renewable energy technologies. Key projects include: - Dhiya 1 Project (Jazzer): A 60 kW solar-powered well in Wadi Ghadan, replacing diesel. - Rounb Truck Filling Station: 30 kW capacity. - Khamkham Desalination Plant (Haima): Produces 42 kW/hour. - Nafi Water Desalination Plant (Mahout): 400 m³/day output using reverse osmosis, supplying Wadi Nafi and nearby areas. - Dhaher Desalination Plant (Duqm): 38 kW/hour** capacity. - Hajj Plant Expansion (Mahout): Reuses 40% of brine via evaporation ponds, adding 500 m³/day capacity, bringing total output to 3,300 m³/day. - Jazzer Hybrid Plant: 240 m³/day using solar, wind, and electric power. - Al-Kahl Plant Upgrade (Jazzer): Now operates on reverse osmosis. - Najda Plant Expansion (Mahout): Increased to 500 m³/day, producing Grade A treated water for agricultural irrigation. - Rehabilitation of 6 Truck Filling Stations in Mahout and Duqm to streamline distribution. Moreover, two wastewater treatment plants were completed, namely: 1. Mahout Plant: Uses constructed wetlands technology, producing 600 m³/day of high-quality treated water (Grade 1 standard). 2. Jazzer Plant: Features aeration ponds, oil/grease separation, and reed beds, ensuring efficient treatment with a 5-day retention period. These projects underscore Oman's commitment to sustainable water management and renewable energy integration, aligning with national development goals.
