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The Extent of Environmental Protection Regulations and Impacts of Hydropower Activities in Malaysia and China

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  • Adam Rosli

    (Faculty of Law, University Technology MARA, Malaysia)

  • Aiman Syafiq Rohaini

    (Faculty of Law, University Technology MARA, Malaysia)

  • Nuryusharnanie Yusri

    (Faculty of Law, University Technology MARA, Malaysia)

  • Mohd Haris Abdul Rani

    (Faculty of Law, University Technology MARA, Malaysia)

Abstract

The main issue in Malaysia concerning its environmental protection measures practised in hydropower activities is that the effectiveness and standard are being doubted due to environmental and social implications regardless of the measures taken. Hence, this comparative study aims to analyse some environmental protection measures executed in Malaysia, including EIA regulations and the impacts of hydropower activities. This study will extensively examine the efficiency of environmental protection measures in hydropower activities in Malaysia and China to determine whether these measures protect the environmental, geographical, and demographic areas. Some recommendations to reinforce a proper structure of environmental protection measures regarding hydropower development in Malaysia are also being suggested in this study, namely, to institute a key stakeholder to push, lead and manoeuvre the correct execution of EIA as one of the primary environmental protection measures. Next is to include embedding EIAs in a more comprehensive planning and assessment framework. It is also vital to have a proper evaluation to determine the sustainability of hydropower development. The potential of small hydropower plants in a country shall also be explored to minimise the negative impacts of massive hydropower development towards the environment and the people. The paper suggested that countries adhere to a structured regulation that closely reflects, follows and adopts international guidelines.

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  • Adam Rosli & Aiman Syafiq Rohaini & Nuryusharnanie Yusri & Mohd Haris Abdul Rani, 2025. "The Extent of Environmental Protection Regulations and Impacts of Hydropower Activities in Malaysia and China," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(1), pages 807-817, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:9:y:2025:i:1:p:807-817
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