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TIGER IN THE WOODS: BIODIVERSITY'S STRUGGLE AGAINST POLLUTION- Selangor

NYRE Single Reportage Photo Competition 2023

1st place - Reportage Photo

18-24 years old

SELANGOR  -  OCTOBER 1st, 2023
By LEANG KAR MEN, KING HENRY VIII COLLEGE

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Unveiling the Paradox: A 'Tiger' Roaming the Woodlands, as Pollution Intrudes on Nature's Realm

Amidst urbanization's sprawl, a solitary Tiger Beer aluminum can rests on what was once a flourishing wildlife habitat. The encroachment of urban life has brought with it the casual disposal of trash, starkly contrasting with the ecosystem's past vitality. This poignant image serves as a reminder of the environmental paradox we face, where the very progress we celebrate often leads to unintended consequences like pollution and loss of biodiversity. Therefore, it's imperative to rethink our waste management and practise the 3R principles - Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. This way, we can foster coexistence between urbanization and the preservation of nature.

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