Swedish clothing retailer H&M said it plans to phase out its use of virgin down and feathers - materials that are harvested from ducks and geese and used in puffer jackets, pillows and other items.
SIBU: The Federal Government has allocated RM268mil to the completion of the first three phases of the Sibu Flood Mitigation Project.
He said that there is a necessity for flood mitigation efforts, citing Sibu's vulnerability to flooding due to its low-lying position, proximity to rivers like Batang Rajang and Batang Igan, and the challenge of the town being situated on peat soil. Phases 1 and 2 encompass an area housing 10,000 people, including residential, commercial, and educational establishments in Jalan Upper Lanang and the General Operation Force area.
"Upon completion, we anticipate a substantial reduction in flooding risk, safeguarding over 100,000 residents in more than 2100 hectares, including key areas in Sibu such as commercial and industrial zones, infrastructure facilities, schools, and more," he said.
Sibu Flood Mitigation Federal Government Investment Deputy Prime Minister Fadillah Yusof 12Th Malaysia Plan Bukit Assek Flood Management Sarawak Infrastructure Batang Rajang Basin Irrigation Projects Flood Risk Reduction Environmental Conservation.
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