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Toxic Emissions & Waste

Knowing that change begins internally, TNB implemented Beyond the Event We are also exploring additional solutions for ongoing waste
strategies to minimise food waste at the Hari Raya event and reduction including:
for future events:
TNB’s commitment to sustainability extends beyond one-time
events. We are exploring a cafeteria food waste segregation Food Waste Monitoring
Portion Control program as a starting point for a comprehensive waste
management system. We believe that individual action drives To track food waste generation at TNB premises. The food waste generation at
We collaborated with caterers to ensure appropriate serving sizes, reducing leftover food. TNB premises is reported in TNB Solid Waste Inventory (TESWI) system under the
real change, thus we promote behavioural shifts within our non-hazardous waste reporting.
workforce, emphasising personal choices for collective
sustainability. By fostering conscious consumption and waste
Menu Planning reduction, we empower employees to make a positive impact Tech Partnerships
at work and at home.
By working together with caterers on menus, we minimised waste by considering Collaborations with technology companies are being considered to develop innovative
expected guest numbers. food waste management solutions.
This aligns with the Malaysian Housing and Local Government
Ministry’s circular economy approach to solid waste
During the Hari Raya event on 29th April 2024, a composting management. Their plan, implemented from 2021 to 2025, Internal Circularity
machine was stationed, encouraging attendees to participate aims to accelerate the transition towards a sustainable model. We envision diverting food scraps to the TNB Research Anaerobic Digestion system to
in waste management. The 270kg of food waste transformed The plan targets diverting 30% of waste from landfills by 2025 convert food scraps into biogas and nutrient-rich digestate, thereby reducing landfill
into 50kg of nutrient-rich fertiliser is planned to be used through initiatives such as developing a Circular Economy waste and generating renewable energy (biogas).
within TNB’s premises, promoting circularity. Additionally, Blueprint for Solid Waste and establishing integrated solid
surplus food was distributed among employees. waste management facilities.
By fostering a mindset of conscious consumption and waste
Our primary goal goes beyond composting or redistribution; it reduction, we aim to empower our employees to make a
involves waste prevention and minimisation through the waste positive impact both within the organisation and in their
hierarchy principle (reduce, reuse, recycle). We strive to divert personal lives.
as much waste as possible from landfills while embracing
sustainable practices at every level.

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