Sarawak moves to reduce use of landfill sites

2026-03-22 - 11:50

A report on a solid waste management system to end reliance on landfills is to be presented to the Sarawak state Cabinet. (Pexels pic) PETALING JAYA; The Sarawak state government is moving towards reducing the use of landfill sites by introducing a solid waste management system as a long-term measure to protect the environment. The initiative is among several measures being developed to address climate change challenges and anticipated extreme weather conditions in the coming months. “The final study is currently being carried out and will be presented to the state Cabinet for approval,” said state deputy minister Len Talif Salleh, according to a Ukas report. Speaking to reporters at his Hari Raya open house in Demak Laut, he also advised the public to refrain from open burning as dry weather is expected in the months ahead, Dayak Daily reported. Len said extreme weather conditions, including excessive rainfall, may lead to floods and prolonged dry spells that increase the risk of open fires.