Kuala Lumpur, located in Malaysia’s Klang Valley, has witnessed decades of urban expansion, driving economic growth at the cost of its ecosystems. Natural habitats have been fragmented, isolating wildlife populations like the Sunda Pangolin and Sunda Slow Loris, which face inbreeding risks due to limited mobility. Birds struggle to navigate fragmented green spaces, while aquatic species suffer from polluted waterways caused by industrial and residential runoff.

Climate change compounds these issues, with rising temperatures, erratic weather, and longer droughts punctuated by severe storms and flooding. Vulnerable communities, including Indigenous Peoples and marginalized groups, are disproportionately affected but lack the resources to adapt.

Efforts to conserve green spaces face legislative barriers, as conflicting property rights and environmental regulations hinder grassroots initiatives. Striking a balance between individual property rights and the need for sustainable, accessible green spaces has become increasingly difficult. Without action, these ecosystems—and the benefits they provide to the community—are at risk of vanishing.