🌱 What is climate change?
Climate change refers to long-term changes in temperature and weather patterns. Human activities such as burning fossil fuels, deforestation and industrial activities increase greenhouse gas emissions.
In Malaysia, climate-related challenges include rising temperatures, floods, droughts and other extreme weather events. These challenges can affect communities, livelihoods and the economy.
🇲🇾 How can it affect Malaysia?
🌾 Agriculture
Changing rainfall and extreme heat can affect crops, food supply and farmers' income.
🏡 Communities
Flooding and heat can disrupt homes, transport, education and daily activities.
💼 Economy
Damage to infrastructure and businesses can increase costs and affect livelihoods.
💗 Health
Very hot conditions can cause heat stress and affect the well-being of vulnerable groups.
💡 How can technology help?
☀️ Renewable energy
Solar and other renewable energy sources can reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
⛈️ Early warning systems
Weather monitoring and alerts help communities prepare for floods and severe weather.
🛰️ Satellite and GIS
Satellite images and mapping tools help monitor land, weather and environmental changes.
🌷 Actions we can take
- Switch off lights and electrical devices when not in use.
- Use public transport, walk or cycle when practical and safe.
- Reduce waste, reuse items and recycle correctly.
- Save water and take part in community tree-planting activities.
- Learn about climate change and share reliable information.
💚 Be part of the change!
Think green. Act today. Protect our future.
#OurPlanetOurFuture🎮 Climate Change Mini Game
Choose the best answer for each question. You can tap the options!
1. Which energy source is renewable?
📚 Further reading
- Tang, K. H. D. (2019). Climate change in Malaysia: Trends, contributors, impacts, mitigation and adaptations. Science of the Total Environment, 650, 1858–1871. Read article.
- Muhammad, M. K. I., et al. (2024). Heatwaves in Peninsular Malaysia: A spatiotemporal analysis. Scientific Reports, 14, 4255. Read article.
- World Bank. (2023). Malaysia Country Climate and Development Report. Read report.