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Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia News & Blogs
Instantly update yourself on the latest animal welfare developments. Leading animal shelters and rescuers will share news and knowledge with you, consolidated through their blogs and social media pages.
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There Is No Doubt That Plastic Is Cheap, Lightweig..
18th Jul 2021, by Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia
There is no doubt that plastic is cheap, lightweight, durable and versatile material that are ideal for many applications. Hence, why it is widely used in numerous sectors.
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Unfortunately, "convenience" has led us to develop a "disposable" lifestyle. It is estimated that approximately 50% of plastic is thrown away after a single usage. These amazing qualities of plastic materials became the main cause of environmental issues.
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In conjunction with #plasticfreejuly, let's take the first step...
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Plasticfreejuly2021. "Inspired By A Local Favorite..
14th Jul 2021, by Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia
#plasticfreejuly2021
"Inspired by a local favorite food - tempeh."
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Inspiring young Malaysian PhD students won the Greenpeace-supported IET Global Challenge Award on their innovative creation, PICAS Block; a reusable packaging to substitute the use of plastic packaging for dried-loose products.
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The team uses Irish moss and tapioca starch as the main ingredients for PICAS Block, preventing moisture from getting in without affecting its taste.
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Read more about it here:
https://says.com...
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Digital Workshop For Beginners. A Two-Day Virtual ..
13th Jul 2021, by Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia
Digital Workshop for beginners.
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A two-day virtual digital eco-camp organised by a group of volunteers to teach 8-12 year old students the essential digital skills while learning about endangered turtles in Malaysia.
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Registration is now open!
Workshop date: 22nd & 23rd July 2021
Time: 9am - 12.30pm
Registration deadline: 16th July 2021
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Sign up today! Click here to sign up: linktr.ee/oogwaywcp
#digitalworkshop #digitalskillsforkids #educationforkids #turtleconservation #awareness #wild...
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I Want To Stay Active But Im Not A Fan Of Running...
13th Jul 2021, by Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia
"I want to stay active but I’m not a fan of running!”
If the above statement resonates with you, perhaps you'd consider walking? Walking is a form of exercise that is simple, low impact and available for everyone.
Walking does not require any special equipment or athletic skills, yet it can offer amazing array of health benefits, from lifting your mood to lowering your blood pressure.
In conjunction with TCS' 10th Anniversary, we are co-hosting a 5km virtual fun run with a group of stud...
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Last Week, We Introduced Nithya And The Most Gorge..
10th Jul 2021, by Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia
Last week, we introduced Nithya and the most gorgeous pair of turtle earrings that she has created to raise funds for TCS.
Today, we're having a sneak peel into Nithya's works station, where all her designs magically become reality :) All of Nithya’s collections were meticulously crafted here, in her personal workspace, including the "Jewel of the Ocean."
The "Jewel of the Ocean" is a piece that she has curated exclusively for Heart of Athena x TCS.
“The inspiration behind this design is ...
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How Big The Great Pacific Garbage Patch Really Is
9th Jul 2021, by Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia
#plasticfreejuly2021
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The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is a collection of marine debris that are linked together by a system of swirling ocean currents. It is also known as the Pacific trash vortex.
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The amount of debris accumulate increases overtime because majority of the trash are non-biodegradable. Here's an illustration on the size of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vrPBYS5zzF 8
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#plasticfreejuly #thegreatpacificgarbagepatch #plasticawareness #educa...
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Plasticfreejuly2021. Didyouknow That It Is Impossi..
7th Jul 2021, by Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia
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#DidYouKnow that it is impossible to avoid plastics? This is true!
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Plastic packaging are design to protect and preserve goods. Some of the most common single-use plastics that are used on daily basis are food wrappers, plastic straws and plastic bags. These, what seems to be a harmless material, can be extremely damaging to the environment.
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Fortunately, clean single-use-plastic materials can be upcycled into Ecobricks. You read that right! Ecobricks are reusable e...
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With The Lockdown Being Extended, It May Be Tempti..
6th Jul 2021, by Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia
With the lockdown being extended, it may be tempting to sit on the couch, binge-watch Netflix and eat junk food until everything blows over. However, this habit is not only detrimental to your physical well-being, but it also doesn’t do well for your mental health!
In the next 2 months, we will bring you weekly tips and fun facts to stay healthy during the lockdowns! But for now, what about joining our virtual run?
Yes! We're teaming up with @h2okomuniti (on IG) and Shike Watch to bring you...
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Plastic Pollution Is One Of The Greatest Threats T..
5th Jul 2021, by Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia
Plastic pollution is one of the greatest threats to ocean health globally.
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According to IUCN, plastic pollution is the most widespread problem affecting the marine environment which threatens ocean health, food safe & quality, human health, coastal tourism and contributes to climate change.
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Large visible marine debris such as ghost nets, plastic bags and fishing lines causes injuries & suffocation from entanglement to marine wildlife such as sea turtles, fishes & sea birds. While smaller f...
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Meet Nithya, The Inspiring Entrepreneur Behind The..
3rd Jul 2021, by Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia
Meet Nithya, the inspiring entrepreneur behind the Heart of Athena Heart Of Athena , a local jewellery brand.
In the past nine months, Nithya has shipped out more than 350 parcels, including numerous parcels to Singapore and the USA.
Her personal favourite is her first collection, "The Lotus Eaters." "It was inspired by a little lotus pond that my late grandmother used to have and it just feels very close to home, plus it was the first collection I launched and I guess it holds a lot of sent...
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International Plastic Bag Free Day 2021. Tomorrow,..
2nd Jul 2021, by Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia
International Plastic Bag Free Day 2021!
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Tomorrow, 3rd July 2021, we will be celebrating International Plastic Bag Free Day. So, we decided to dedicate the whole month of July to #plasticfreejuly.
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We'll share with you #DidYouKnow facts on plastic waste, innovative alternatives to plastics, creative ways to reuse plastic materials, local ZeroWaste initiatives and many more!
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Watch out for our posts! :)
#InternationalPlasticBagFreeDay2021 #saynotosingleuseplastic #reducereuserecycle #red...
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One Day Sale. We Have A Wide Range Of Hand-Made Ba..
29th Jun 2021, by Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia
One day sale!
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We have a wide range of hand-made batik products, from traditional games (e.g. Batu Seremban/Five Stones) to accessories (e.g. Bandanas) to essential items (e.g. fabric masks), that are not only stylish & versatile but also sturdy, light & easy to store.
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Just for today, with every purchase of batik products you can enjoy an outer mask add-on for RM7.50 only! Sale ends at 11.59pm tonight.
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Visit #TurtleTales at #Shopee: https://shopee.com.my/turtletales.
Free shipping with p...
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Shopee Pay Day Sale. We Received Tremendous Positi..
22nd Jun 2021, by Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia
#Shopee Pay Day Sale!
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We received tremendous positive feedbacks regarding our outer masks. Its practicality and comfortable to wear makes them one of our hot selling items. We've also improvised the outer mask to be more hijab friendly by adding a headloop tie-on feature. Perfect for #doublemasking!
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In conjunction with #Shopee pay day sale this Friday, 25th June, we are offering 10% off for our outer masks! So, mark your calendar, set your alarm. You don't want to miss out on this great d...
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Turtle Arts And Craft. Staying Indoors During Lock..
21st Jun 2021, by Turtle Conservation Society of Malaysia
Turtle arts and craft!
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Staying indoors during lock down can be extremely mundane for children but it doesn't have to be anymore.
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Our paint-it-yourself 3D turtle mache are not only a fun arts and crafts activity but also highly beneficial!
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Arts and crafts activities are able to;
1. Fine motor skills
Enhances children's hand-eye coordination as well as building levels of manual dexterity.
2. Sharpen identification of shapes, colour and texture skills
Working with various material type t...
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