Environmental issues in Malaysia
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Malaysia faces several environmental issues. Malaysia's environment possesses megadiverse biological diversity, with globally significant endemism and biodiversity, but is threatened by several issues. Deforestation is a major issue in the country that has led to many species becoming threatened with extinction. As a major economic sector, palm oil production has had a substantial environmental impact. Air pollution is also a major issue, with the country one of the most affected countries by seasonal Southeast Asian haze. The country is also affected by climate change.
Issues
Climate change
Endangered species
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- Borneo pygmy elephant[1][2]
- Sumatran rhinoceros[3]
- Malayan tiger[3]
- Orangutan
- Oriental darter
- Storm's stork
- Milky stork
Deforestation
Template:Excerpt The following are notable projects contributing to deforestation:
- Hulu Terengganu Hydroelectric Project
- Kelau Dam[4][5]
- Bukit Cherakah[6]
- Pulai River
- Sungai Mas[7]
Malaysia had a 2018 Forest Landscape Integrity Index mean score of 5.01/10, ranking it 111th globally out of 172 countries.[8]
Pollution
Template:SeeAir pollution in Malaysia is a major issue, with the country one of the most affected by seasonal Southeast Asian haze.[9]
Reclamation
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Recycling and waste management
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The country has numerous waste and recycling policies and initiatives but overall low rate of recycling and problems with violations and enforcement of such laws and policies.
Water
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Controversial projects and policies
| Project/Area affected | Activity | State | Began | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bakun Dam | Dams | Sarawak | 2008 | Forest loss. | [12] |
| Kuala Lumpur Outer Ring Road (KLORR) | Highways | Selangor | 2008 | Forest fragmentation in the Selangor State Park. | [13] |
| Forest Plantation Development[14] | Plantation | Selangor | 2008- | Clearance of natural forest for timber plantations. | [15] |
| Empire Residence Development | Housing | Selangor | 2008- | Hillslope clearance. | [16] |
| Pan Borneo Highway | Highway | Sarawak/Sabah | 2016 | Forest loss, Brunei sections and the Temburong Bridge project and its implications to Limbang | [17] |
Environmental organisations
See also
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- Environment of Malaysia
- Deforestation in Malaysia
- Climate change in Malaysia
- List of environmental issues
References
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External links
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