CODE RED FOR THE PLANET
CODE RED FOR THE PLANET
This podcast shows a conversation between Yuvan Raj, a University Malaya student and Mr. Aidil Iman Aidid, a Bachelor of Arts in International and Strategic Studies at the University of Malaya, specializing in Environmental Studies. They talked casually but filled with a lot of new knowledge regarding the topics of environmental challenges arising from human activities. The host asked a lot of question to the guest regarding the topic discussed.
The first question asked was “what’s one easy everyday habit he adopted that had a surprisingly positive impact on the environment?” Based on the opinion given from the guest is to do the activity of bird watching. This rare activity, involving bird watching, is not well-known or common. While it may not directly reduce environmental impact, it offers a peaceful experience for young people. Popular locations include Taman Negara in Pahang, Taman Burung in Kuala Lumpur, and Kuala Selangor Nature Park.
The benefit of this activity is to show these birds or these species who have develop a sense of resilience or adaptation despite all this development that’s happening in the city nowadays. It is also a teaching moment since we are fortunate enough that we actually able to do this bird watching activity with other young people as well in this kind of generation.
Why birds? Because birds are the most audible wildlife in our life and the one we hear singing every morning before we started our day. Bird sounds are meaningful as they demonstrate our responsibility to conserve the environment and show gratitude to nature. Carrying reusable water bottles and using eco-friendly plastic bags reduces waste and promotes sustainability. These habits remind us to avoid plastic bags and choose sustainable products, demonstrating our commitment to environmental conservation.
The guest discussed how technology can collaborate with nature to address environmental issues. They suggested protecting protected areas with satellite monitoring, planting trees together using drones for faster, larger-scale reforestation, and protecting marine areas with underwater drones for monitoring sea life and preventing illegal fishing.
Environmental education is crucial for future generations, as it helps protect landscapes from climate change, plastic pollution, and dwindling resources. Mandating environmental education as a mandatory syllabus in schools can help create a climate-smart education system. This system ensures students feel safe and secure, with resilient infrastructure and a focus on resonating with the environment. Schools should be the safest place for students to learn about environmental issues, preparing them for a sustainable future.
The article explores the major obstacles governments and international organizations face in implementing effective policies and regulations to tackle environmental issues like climate change, deforestation, and pollution.
Power separation is a significant challenge faced by governments, particularly in land and natural resource ecosystems. Foresters are under state governments, while wildlife is under federal control. This creates disputes between state and central governments, as the federal government focuses on indigenous rights.
In conclusion, this podcast emphasizes the need for economic growth and environmental sustainability. Renewable energy sources like solar and hydropower can reduce fossil fuel dependency, while government and educational institutions should prioritize training programs for future workers. As a human being we need to appreciate our mother nature and our surrounding. Everything around us is important and has contributed a lot to our life. Bird is not the only creature that we need to cherish but also any other else. In the end, we as creature in this world always need for each other.
- "Nature is not a place to visit, it is home." –Gary Snyder
REFERENCES
UM Law Podcast, CODE RED FOR THE PLANET
https://youtu.be/U8UTNSTyveg?si=tvjte_FGWiuNuE59
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