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JB school sets up liquid detergent refilling kiosk
A SJK (C) Foon Yew 2 pupil and Sustainability Club student leader speaking on the dangers of microplastics and single-use plastics, as part of the kiosk launch.
Initiative aims to instil eco-friendly habits among youths
TO cultivate eco-friendly habits among the young, a primary school in Johor Baru has launched a detergent refilling kiosk aimed at reducing single-use plastics.
SJK (C) Foon Yew 2 headmistress Ramer Chong said the kiosk had been set up to encourage pupils, their parents and the wider community to reuse their own bottles when replenishing detergents.
'The initiative is part of our school's efforts to promote sustainable habits.
'Having the kiosk outside our school gates has also made it convenient for parents and nearby residents to take simple steps for sustainability,' she said when interviewed by StarMetro.
She added that the eucalyptus-scented liquid detergent, priced at RM8 per litre, presented a cheaper option compared to commercial brands.
According to Chong, the kiosk version is made of eco-friendly substances safe for regular use, unlike petroleum-based household detergents.
Those wanting to buy the detergent are encouraged to bring their own bottle or container.
Zulkurnain dispensing detergent at the refilling kiosk after the launch.
Chong also said based on a recent study, Malaysia ranked eighth among countries with the highest amount of mismanaged plastic waste and contributed to around 2.9% of the global total.
'This spurred our school to ramp up our green efforts, including weekly recycling programmes, hydroponic farming and the formation of a Sustainability Club where we train student leaders to advocate environmental awareness.'
Johor Education Department learning sector deputy director Zulkurnain Abdul Rahman, who launched the kiosk, commended the school at Jalan Kebun Teh Abdul Samad for its proactive approach.
He said such initiatives aligned with the state's efforts to instil environmental awareness among youths.
'Schools are a crucial platform to nurture responsible attitudes in our future leaders.
'When students are taught to manage waste and care for the environment from a young age, the long-term impact will be significant,' he said.
He also expressed hope that more schools would implement similar projects.
