COMMENT | From haze to hope: Taking action on World Earth Day

COMMENT | It is Earth Day, April 22. As Malaysians, we have always prided ourselves in our beautiful natural environment. However, recent events have shown that our actions are taking a toll on the health of our planet.

From severe flooding to the never-ending haze, it is clear that we must take action to protect the earth and its inhabitants.

Now, on World Earth Day, it is time for us to reflect on our impact on the environment and take action to mitigate our negative effects.

However, let us not forget that while our actions may have consequences, we can still take a lighthearted approach to encourage change. So, let’s begin with some mildly sarcastic comments to help us reflect on the situation at hand.

Perhaps it’s time for us to acknowledge that no, we cannot simply wave a magic wand to make the haze disappear. And while we’re at it, we cannot wish away the impact of climate change on our environment either.

It’s time to...