Terengganu's climate fight begins in the classroom
· Climate · Malaysia
Malaysia's eastern state of Terengganu is tackling climate change through education, hoping to raise a generation that can withstand floods and coastal erosion, The Straits Times reported. The state is among Malaysia's most exposed to seasonal flooding and shoreline loss.
Why it matters:The effort reflects a broader push in vulnerable regions to build long-term resilience through local education.
Key points
- Terengganu is using classrooms to build climate resilience.
- The state faces floods and coastal erosion.
Sources (original reporting)
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