Sanitation contractor KDEB Waste Management (KDEBWM) is reinforcing its sustainability and circular economy agenda in Selangor through a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with TM Enviro Industries Sdn Bhd to enhance management of electronic waste.
KDEBWM managing director Datuk Ramli Mohd Tahir said the strategic collaboration was a key step in completing the e-waste management value chain, from collection at source to recovery of valuable materials, in accordance with strict Department of Environment standards.
“KDEBWM will focus on front-end aspects, including e-waste collection from the community, establishment of collection centres, logistics operations, public education programmes, as well as collaboration with local authorities,” he said, reported Bernama.
“TM Enviro will be responsible for back-end functions covering secondary transportation, technical processing, recovery of valuable materials, end-of-life treatment and disposal in compliance with established standards,” he said at the MOU signing at KDEBWM’s office in Shah Alam.
TM Enviro was represented by chief executive officer P. Theevan.
Ramli said the combined expertise of both parties would deliver a complete and transparent e-waste management chain that complied with international standards, enabling KDEBWM to evolve beyond its traditional role as a domestic waste collector into an integrated environmental solutions provider.
Digitalisation of operations and real-time data analytics system enable KDEBWM to manage waste logistics more efficiently, ensuring more responsive service delivery to the public.
“To strengthen the Selangor Kitar Semula (SELKitar) programme, the device collection facility has been expanded to a door-to-door service to make it easier for the community to safely dispose of small items such as mobile phones and cables.
“All e-waste under Code SW110 will be processed to recover valuable metals and components that still hold economic value.
“This approach can reduce reliance on landfills and create opportunities for the development of the circular economy industry in the country.”
Ramli said the collaboration would focus on community development through environmental education to raise public awareness of the dangers of hazardous waste such as lead and mercury.
He expressed confidence that the long-term vision would enhance operational efficiency and contribute directly to the growth of the state’s green economy through environmental, social and governance principles.
“Every step taken by KDEBWM today is a future investment to ensure Selangor emerges as the most progressive circular economy leader in the region,” he said.
