As we know, Melaka is well known as the ‘Green Technology state’ in Malaysia. In June 2013, Historical City of Malacca has earned a place in the international arena after being honoured with an internationally acclaimed Green Apple Environment Award in recognition of the council’s environmental best practice. The award was accredited for the first time to a local authority in the country. It shows the commitment of the state of Melaka in supporting the use of green technology.
Melaka Using Electic Bus
Melaka will make another history next year in green technology. The state will start using electric bus before the 2014 Chinese New Year in Banda Hilir.
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Melaka Chief Minister, Datuk Wira Ir. Idris Haron said, there will be 10 bus operating in the location of about 98 kilometers. The electric bus can accommodate around 40 passengers and it will be used with the town bus concept where the majority of the passengers will stand. Only the senior citizens, pregnant women or the disabled will sit. The buses will be using the latest green technology with the top speed of only 40 km/h. It will also be fitted with the latest security system to guarantee passenger safety. We will have more information about this soon.
