(Miri, 11th) Sarawak Transport Minister Datuk Seri Lee Kim Shin said that Miri's eco-brick project set a Guinness World Record, which makes Miri proud and further strives to become a green and sustainable city.
He said that on July 26, 2022, I officially launched the eco-brick project at Tutang Chinese Public School, which is the first school to implement the project. This is a very encouraging start. From students to parents, teachers and principals, the entire school community actively participated. They successfully made nearly 1,000 eco-bricks. I am deeply impressed by the efforts made by the school community to reduce plastic waste pollution and raise environmental awareness.
Lee Kim Shin said this when he spoke at the Guinness World Record Promotion Ceremony for the Most Eco-Bricks Donated in 24 Hours held at the Miri Stadium.
He also said that after achieving amazing results, we should develop further to create Malaysian records and Guinness World Records. To do this, we need the active participation of the entire Miri community.
“The Eco-Bricks project brings many benefits to the environment and the communities involved, such as reducing plastic waste. Eco-Bricks convert plastic waste into reusable building materials, significantly reducing the amount of waste that ends up in landfills and oceans. This not only mitigates plastic pollution, but also promotes a circular economy.”
He noted that the event also provides education and awareness, raising awareness of the consequences of plastic pollution and the importance of reducing waste. It encourages individuals and communities to rethink their consumption habits and adopt sustainable practices.
“The event also involves local communities in the program and fosters their sense of ownership and responsibility for the environment. It strengthens community bonds when participants collaborate on projects that benefit them all.”
He stressed the importance of having Curtin University involved in the Eco-Bricks project, and that Curtin University, as a higher education institution, can play an important role in supporting this initiative and contributing to its success.
"It is crucial to set clear goals, and achieving the Guinness World Records goal will bring long-term benefits to the Miri community, and the Miri Second-hand Recyclers Association has spent 2 years preparing for the official Guinness World Records challenge held today."
He also said that if we can obtain the Guinness World Records title in Miri and obtain 2 UNESCO titles at the same time. Miri will become one of the very few cities in Malaysia with 3 world prestigious titles.
"The next 24 hours are critical, and I hope that all volunteers involved must go all out to achieve the work of obtaining the record, so as not to waste the preparations of the past two years."
He also said that the eco-brick program may have a lasting impact, leading to the establishment of an eco-park made of recycled materials. The park can serve as an educational center to promote recycling, sustainable development and environmental awareness, which has the potential to attract tourists and contribute to Miri's long-term attractiveness. This is in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set by the United Nations, especially in reducing carbon emissions and mitigating climate change.
A total of 41 organizations participated in today's event, and the collection target was 2,000 kilograms.
Lee Kim Shin said this when he spoke at the Guinness World Record Promotion Ceremony for the Most Eco-Bricks Donated in 24 Hours held at the Miri Stadium.
He also said that after achieving amazing results, we should develop further to create Malaysian records and Guinness World Records. To do this, we need the active participation of the entire Miri community.
“The Eco-Bricks project brings many benefits to the environment and the communities involved, such as reducing plastic waste. Eco-Bricks convert plastic waste into reusable building materials, significantly reducing the amount of waste that ends up in landfills and oceans. This not only mitigates plastic pollution, but also promotes a circular economy.”
He noted that the event also provides education and awareness, raising awareness of the consequences of plastic pollution and the importance of reducing waste. It encourages individuals and communities to rethink their consumption habits and adopt sustainable practices.
“The event also involves local communities in the program and fosters their sense of ownership and responsibility for the environment. It strengthens community bonds when participants collaborate on projects that benefit them all.”
He stressed the importance of having Curtin University involved in the Eco-Bricks project, and that Curtin University, as a higher education institution, can play an important role in supporting this initiative and contributing to its success.
"It is crucial to set clear goals, and achieving the Guinness World Records goal will bring long-term benefits to the Miri community, and the Miri Second-hand Recyclers Association has spent 2 years preparing for the official Guinness World Records challenge held today."
He also said that if we can obtain the Guinness World Records title in Miri and obtain 2 UNESCO titles at the same time. Miri will become one of the very few cities in Malaysia with 3 world prestigious titles.
"The next 24 hours are critical, and I hope that all volunteers involved must go all out to achieve the work of obtaining the record, so as not to waste the preparations of the past two years."
He also said that the eco-brick program may have a lasting impact, leading to the establishment of an eco-park made of recycled materials. The park can serve as an educational center to promote recycling, sustainable development and environmental awareness, which has the potential to attract tourists and contribute to Miri's long-term attractiveness. This is in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set by the United Nations, especially in reducing carbon emissions and mitigating climate change.
A total of 41 organizations participated in today's event, and the collection target was 2,000 kilograms.