The ‘Negalitres for Schools’ River and Water Education Programme was successfully organised at SMJK Phor Tay on April 29, 2024 by Water Watch Penang (WWP). Running from 1:00 PM until 2:30 PM, 205 students and 2 teachers were actively participated in the event. The program’s objectives were to introduce students to the importance of responsible water consumption and then explore local and worldwide water concerns. It was led by WWP Programme Officer Mr. Hanson Yeoh and supported by WWP intern Ms. Nur Atiqah.
On April 19, 2024, Water Watch Penang (WWP) successfully hosted the ‘Negalitres for School’ River and Water Education Programme at SJKC Heng Ee, engaging 175 students from Standards 1 to 6 along with 6 teachers from 8.00 am to 10.00 am. Led by Mr. Hanson Yeoh, the WWP Programme Officer, the session was supported by WWP interns Mr. Dane Lim Chiu Tong, Ms. Fatin Azahara and Ms. Nur Atiqah. It commenced with a comprehensive overview of WWP’s objectives and past efforts.
The students were then introduced to the global water crisis, with a focus on the challenges faced by African nations in accessing clean water, illustrated through the narrative of “The Water Princess” storybook. Mr. Hanson Yeoh effectively conveyed the story’s message, leaving a lasting impression on the students regarding the significance of water resources.
On April 18, 2024, Water Watch Penang (WWP) successfully conducted the ‘Negalitres for Schools’ River and Water Education Programme at SJK (C) Pai Chai. The program engaged a total of 48 students and 3 teachers from 10:30 am until 12:00 pm. Mr. Hanson Yeoh, the WWP Programme Officer, led the session, supported by WWP interns Mr. Dane Lim Chiu Tong, Ms. Fatin Azahara, and Ms. Nur Atiqah.
The session began with an informative overview of WWP’s mission and past activities. It then delved into discussions on global, national, and local water crises, emphasizing water scarcity as a collective challenge requiring unified action. The focus shifted to Penang’s own water scarcity issues, highlighting Sungai Muda in Kedah as its primary water source, underscoring the pressing nature of the situation.
On April 17, 2024, Water Watch Penang (WWP) successfully organized the ‘Negalitres for School’ River and Water Education Programme at SJKC Li Hwa. The event involved 500 students from Standards 4 to 6 along with 15 teachers, and ran from 1.20 pm to 2.20 pm. Mr. Hanson Yeoh, the WWP Programme Officer, led the session, supported by WWP interns Mr. Dane Lim Chiu Tong, Ms. Fatin Azahara, and Ms. Nur Atiqah. The session commenced with a thorough overview of WWP’s objectives and past endeavors.
On June 22, 2023, Water Watch Penang conducted a sharing session with the Penang Green Council on the ‘AQUA SAVE AWARENESS EDUCATION PROGRAMME FOR PENANG GREEN OFFICE CERTIFICATION.’
The Penang Green Council is one of WWP’s main partners and collaborators, and it is the main implementor of the Penang Green Office (PGO) Certification. PGO’s certification is conducted in conjunction with the Aqua Save Certification under PBAPP and the Penang State Government’s initiative to recognize industries and organizations that are dedicated to water conservation activities.
During this session, Water Watch Penang presented and discussed the awareness component as well as the water audit component based on the Aqua Save Criteria. The session was attended by a total of 15 staff members from the Penang Green Council, including the General Manager, Ms. Josephine.
The session also included calculations of water bills, ways to reduce water consumption, and a general discussion aimed at creating a water-saving society in Penang.
Water Watch Penang would like to express gratitude to the Penang Green Council and PBAPP for providing this opportunity to contribute to the public’s education regarding the Aqua Save Certification Programme.
