Landfills at Breaking Point: Are Waste-to-Energy (WTE) Plants the Solution or a Threat?

Malaysia's landfills are nearing capacity, and the government has proposed building 18 Waste-to-Energy (WTE) plants, claiming they are "safe, zero waste, and toxin-free." But is the reality as the claims suggest?

After six months of in-depth investigation, we bring you an exploration of the hidden truths behind Malaysia's waste management challenges.

Timeline:
0:00 Intro
1:29 Why are the residents of Batu Arang protesting?
6:13 How do WTE incinerators differ from traditional ones?
8:25 Compressing waste to extend landfill lifespans
10:15 Is burning trash for energy truly safe?
12:01 Why do residents distrust the authorities?
16:26 The current state of waste in Selangor
17:39 The real conditions of landfills
19:44 WTE incinerators vs landfills: A comparison
21:32 Lessons from international experiences with WTE
22:23 The gaps in Malaysia’s waste management policies

This isn’t just a technical waste management issue—it’s a battle between policy and reality.

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