Dr Nor Halizam (right) trying out the Klean recycling system at Masjid Jamek LRT station. With her are (from left) Idzqandar and Syed Redza.
COMMUTERS using the LRT can earn reward points for “feeding” recycling machines at two stations in Kuala Lumpur.
Prasarana Malaysia Bhd, in a press statement, said reverse vending machines (RVMs) have been placed at the Masjid Jamek and KLCC stations, as part of the company’s initiative to strengthen sustainability practices and support the development of sustainable urban mobility.
The implementations, it said, was in line with Prasarana’s sustainability roadmap, which targets a recycling rate of 30% by 2030, while encouraging recycling practices among public transport users and urban communities.
Prasarana group chief health, safety, security, environment and sustainable development officer Idzqandar Abu Bakar said the installation of RVMs at high-traffic rail stations provided passengers with more access to technology-driven and incentive-based recycling facilities.
“This approach not only simplifies the recycling process, but also encourages positive behavioural change through the use of smart technology and reward systems.
“It also supports Prasarana’s efforts to build a more sustainable public transport ecosystem,” he said.
Among the machines introduced was Klean, an artificial intelligence-based RVM that accepted plastic bottles and cans.
Users can collect reward points via the Klean app, which can be redeemed for vouchers from selected merchants such as Zus Coffee, Grab and Jaya Grocer.
Also introduced was the Atlas Ecopod recycling machine that has received recognition as the world’s thinnest recycling machine.
This machine is paired with an Atlas vending machine, enabling users to recycle beverage containers immediately after use and receive digital rewards that can be redeemed at the adjacent vending machine.
Both machines are equipped with data-tracking systems to monitor user engagement levels and the volume of recyclable materials collected, thereby supporting the implementation of data-driven sustainability initiatives.
Sustainability-themed murals by local artist Jepah Studio are also at the stations.
Prasarana said it welcomed strategic collaborations and private sector sponsorship for the installation of RVMs at selected rail stations.
“To date, 16 RVM units have been installed at facilities operated by Prasarana, including Menara Prasarana and the headquarters of Rapid Bus Sdn Bhd.
“These efforts not only support environmental, social and governance (ESG) commitments, but also strengthen circular economy initiatives and public recycling infrastructure in Kuala Lumpur.”
Also present at the launch were Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) Health and Environment Department director Dr Nor Halizam Ismail, Prasarana Integrated Development Sdn Bhd chief executive officer Syed Redza Algadrie and Klean chief executive officer Syed Zain Almohdza.
