"Waste management is a constant struggle on destination islands, which often lack proper infrastructure to maintain and establish holistic waste management systems. The rising influx of human activity further compounds this complex problem. As Malaysian islands are major biodiversity hubs and vital tourism locations, we must work towards co-developing solutions that can protect their sustainability."

"This innovation challenge is part of UNDP's efforts to bring new waste management ideas to the country's islands. These islands are major biodiversity hubs, vital tourism locations. Together, we must ensure their sustainability."