This partnership marks a significant milestone in The Petri Dish’s journey toward greater environmental responsibility. The newspaper now uses Nextgreen’s “NeuWhite” paper, which holds the MyHijau mark, a certification recognised by the Malaysian government’s green recognition scheme and the SIRIM Eco Label. By embracing a greener paper choice, The Petri Dish reinforces its commitment to eco-friendly practices. This move also aligns with its mission to promote sustainable solutions.
Nextgreen’s Expertise Beyond Paper
Nextgreen’s expertise goes beyond just producing eco-friendly paper. At the heart of their operations is the Green Technology Park (GTP) in Pekan, Pahang. [ihc-hide-content ihc_mb_type=”block” ihc_mb_who=”unreg” ihc_mb_template=”3″ ]This advanced facility leads green innovations across various industries. It supports not just paper production but also integrates agricultural and packaging solutions. The park showcases how innovation can drive environmental stewardship and transform industries.
Integrated Sustainability at the Green Technology Park
The GTP operates with an integrated sustainability approach. It combines pulp and paper mills, a feed mill, and a fertiliser plant into a single ecosystem. This synergy enables efficiency and reduces waste. The patented preconditioning refiner chemical-recycle bleached mechanised pulp (PRC-RBMP) technology powers their zero-waste process. This technology is key to the future of sustainable product development in paper and other industries.
Pulp and Paper Innovations
Nextgreen’s pulp and paper mills convert empty fruit bunches (EFB) from palm oil production into raw materials. This process turns waste into resources. It also produces products like animal feed, fertilizer, lignin, and pharmaceutical ingredients. By reusing biomass, Nextgreen supports a circular economy and reduces reliance on non-renewable materials.
A Testament to Nextgreen’s Commitment
Nextgreen’s approach highlights its commitment to maximising resources while reducing environmental impact. Their innovative products like “NexBooster™” and “NexCompost™” reflect this dedication. These fertilisers support agricultural sustainability and provide eco-friendly alternatives to chemical fertilisers.
NexBooster™ and NexCompost™: Fertilisers for Sustainability
NexBooster™ is a liquid fertiliser made from black liquor, a by-product of the pulping process. It is rich in microbes that help plants absorb nutrients and reduce soil acidity. NexCompost™ is an organic compost that improves long-term soil health. Both fertilisers are ideal for crops like paddy, oil palm, fruits, vegetables, and cash crops.
Sustainable Packaging Solutions
Nextgreen also leads in sustainable packaging. They produce biodegradable food containers made from non-wood pulp, using EFB. These containers meet the food industry’s needs, offering oil and water resistance, microwaveability, and biodegradability. By replacing plastic with eco-friendly materials, Nextgreen promotes sustainability in packaging.
Green Technology for the Livestock Industry
Nextgreen’s animal feed production system uses Oil Palm Fronds (OPF) and Palm Kernel Cake (PKC). These materials are transformed into high-quality livestock feed through microbial fermentation. This reduces Malaysia’s reliance on imported feed and supports local industries. The process also makes a positive impact on the circular economy by utilising agricultural by-products.
The Petri Dish’s Commitment to Sustainability
The Petri Dish’s partnership with Nextgreen is a step toward its goal of achieving net carbon zero. It reflects a fundamental shift in how the newspaper views sustainability. The collaboration is not just about changing paper—it’s a commitment to greener operations and reducing its environmental footprint.
Inspiring Businesses to Adopt Sustainable Practices
“The Petri Dish was established to support Malaysia’s bioeconomy,” said Dr. Mahaletchumy Arujanan, founding editor-in-chief of The Petri Dish. “This collaboration shows our commitment to sustainability. We hope it inspires other businesses to adopt green practices as we work toward net carbon zero.”
Nextgreen’s Dedication to Green Printing
Dato’ Lim Thiam Huat, Managing Director of Nextgreen Global Berhad, added: “Our partnership with The Petri Dish supports our commitment to green printing. In fact, by using our NeuWhite®️ EFB paper, we promote environmentally responsible practices while supporting the promotion of scientific knowledge. Together, we are prioritising sustainability for a better future.”
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