In these gloomy days when concern about climate change and biodiversity loss fill us with anxiety and despair, Dr Jane Goodall has been a beacon of hope. She reminds us not to give up and that we all have a responsibility to act now, and together, so we can make change happen. For the last 20 years, Jane has circled the globe tirelessly delivering her message to inspire environmental changemakers all over the world through her Roots & Shoots youth-led action programme. This November, she is visiting Penang for the first time to … [Read more...] about Reasons for Hope – Dr Jane Goodall in Penang
Education and community engagement
Habitalk: Misunderstood & Underappreciated – The tale of the scaly and the slimy
Learn about the fascinating reptiles and amphibians of Penang Hill at this Habitalk and Walk by Mohd Abdul Muin Md Akil. Muin is an expert on the herpetofauna of Penang, having studied them for over a decade. He has published more than 30 research manuscripts and described more than 35 new species of reptiles and amphibians. The more you learn about these cold-blooded creatures, the more interest outweighs fear and squeamishness! Come learn more about Penang's species with him on 28th July 2018. After the talk, there is an opportunity for … [Read more...] about Habitalk: Misunderstood & Underappreciated – The tale of the scaly and the slimy
Habitalk: Reaching High toward Unesco Biosphere Reserve Status
The hills and the coast of Penang have always been important to Penang’s communities. The Penang Hill Biosphere Reserve which encompasses these natural areas are a vital green lung to Penang Island; they provide valuable ecosystem services, spaces for recreation, and support the local economy. The nomination of the Penang Hill UNESCO Man and the Biosphere Reserve celebrates Penang’s distinctive natural and social landscapes and emphasizes an ongoing commitment to achieving a balance between nature conservation and development through … [Read more...] about Habitalk: Reaching High toward Unesco Biosphere Reserve Status
Habitalk: Plant Diversity of Malaysia – a potpourri of nature’s delight
Dr Saw Leng Guan is an expert on Malaysia's floristic heritage and a national treasure in his own right. He has had a long and distinguished career as a botanist with the Forest Research Institute of Malaysia (FRIM). He is the author of the Tree Flora of Sabah and Sarawak, and the Flora of Peninsular Malaysia. Dr Saw is a recipient of the prestigious Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) Medal of excellence for his contributions to plant taxonomy. We are fortunate to have Dr Saw as the Curator of the Penang Botanic Gardens. He is an … [Read more...] about Habitalk: Plant Diversity of Malaysia – a potpourri of nature’s delight
Habitalk by Mr Balu Perumal of Malaysian Nature Society
Saturday, 24 March 2018 at 10.30 am My Forest Watch, Strengthening Non-State Actor Involvement in Forest Governance : Balu Perumal is Head of Conservation at the Malaysian Nature Society. He Joins us from KL to talk about MyForestWatch, a new initiative to strengthen community involvement in forest advocacy and protection of important wildlife habitats. His Habitalk will be of interest to all those who believe in public participation in enhancing forest governance. https://www.facebook.com/events/2154837804744557/ Nikolay … [Read more...] about Habitalk by Mr Balu Perumal of Malaysian Nature Society
