📺 Media Coverage: Berita RTM – Gravity Water Project at Kg. Rungus Nahaba

This featured segment from Berita RTM highlights the innovative water supply project managed by Pembinaan Kiawayan Sdn. Bhd., in collaboration with Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) and funded by the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI). The report showcases how a gravity-fed system using membrane filtration is transforming lives in Kg. Rungus Nahaba, Tuaran — bringing clean and treated water directly to 30 households without the use of electricity.

The coverage also emphasizes community involvement and sustainability, aligning with national goals under the Sabah Maju Jaya initiative.

• Oktober 21, 2023, Sabtu - 12:24am

“Jifrin poses for a commemorative photo with the officers and staff of the Quoin Hill Agricultural Research Centre, Tawau.”

“OFFICIATION: Jifrin (fourth from right) cuts the ribbon as a symbolic gesture to officiate the project.”

Green Technology Water Plant Benefits Tawau Community

"BRIEFING: Jifrin (left) receives an explanation from Joe at the filtration house here."

"CLEAN: Jifrin also tried drinking water from the technology."

The Sabah State Government has allocated approximately RM500,000 to develop a green technology clean water treatment plant at Quoin Hill Agricultural Research Centre in Tawau.

The facility now provides safe and free clean water to about 300 households, including staff and their families, who previously relied on pond water and rainwater. This development significantly reduces their cost of purchasing drinking water.

According to Sabah Agriculture Department Director, Jifrin Haji Mohamad, this project marks the department’s first implementation of such technology and will serve as a model for future installations in other locations.

The system, developed by Pembinaan Kiawayan Sdn Bhd, uses a gravity-based method that does not require electricity, making it highly efficient and suitable for rural and remote areas. The treated water has undergone testing and is safe for consumption.

This initiative highlights the potential of sustainable, low-cost solutions to improve water access, particularly in areas with limited infrastructure.

Original full Article - https://www.utusanborneo.com.my/2023/10/21/kerajaan-negeri-peruntuk-rm500000-bina-loji-air-berteknologi-hijau

Local native helps rural villagers in Sabah get uninterrupted access to clean water

By Olivia Miwil

December 3, 2023 @ 12:15pm

Sabah Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Seri Dr Jeffrey Kitingan (centre) launching the Green Technology Clean Gravity Water System at Kampung Sintuong-Tuong, Tambunan yesterday. -Pic courtesy of Datuk Seri Dr Jeffrey Kitingan.

A local native from Tambunan, Joe Primus Kayau, has developed a green energy gravity water filtration system capable of producing up to 200,000 litres of clean water daily.

The system, built at a cost under RM500,000, benefits over 40 households in Kampung Sintuong-Tuong and is part of the Clean Gravity Water Community Project, which is expanding to other remote villages in Sabah.

The technology requires no electricity, uses a three-stage filtration process, and allows villagers to operate it easily. It provides continuous access to safe water while reducing reliance on natural water sources.

Sabah Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Seri Dr Jeffrey Kitingan highlighted the system’s potential to improve the lives of thousands in rural communities and praised the innovation by a local Sabahan supported by Universiti Malaysia Sabah experts.

So far, six villages have benefited, with three more projects expected to be completed this year. Villages served include Kampung Koliposuan, Kampung Bukit Mengidam, Kampung Tukalilan, Kampung Langsat, Kampung Tudan, and Kampung Sintuong-Tuong.

Original Full Article - https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2023/12/985927/local-native-helps-rural-villagers-sabah-get-uninterrupted-access-clean

Published on: Wednesday, December 06, 2023

By: Johan Aziz

Gravity water supply for 300 Ranau residents

Abidin took the time to inspect the Green Technology Clean Gravity Water System used in the project.

Hundreds of residents in Kg Kepangian, Ranau, now enjoy access to clean and sustainable water through a green technology gravity water system. The project benefits over 300 residents and is capable of supplying up to 15,000 litres of clean water daily.

The system is highly innovative, requires minimal maintenance, and reduces reliance on conventional water supply methods. It also helps ease the burden of ongoing maintenance costs, allowing resources to be redirected to other community developments.

The project was implemented through collaboration between the Ranau District Office, Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), and consultant Ir. Joe Primus Kayau, whose patented technology enables efficient water treatment.

This initiative marks the first project of its kind in Ranau, with hopes for further expansion to other rural areas to improve access to clean water.

Original Full Article - https://www.dailyexpress.com.my/news/227115/gravity-water-supply-for-300-ranau-residents/