Sunway Lakes
At the core of SCKL lie two indispensable lakes — Sunway South Quay and Sunway Lagoon — serving as the lifeblood of the city. These lakes play a crucial role in providing sustainable water resources for the residents of SCKL while functioning as essential catchment areas.
Recent assessments spanning from 2021 to 2023 estimate the volume of the Sunway South Quay (SSQ) lake at nearly 1.7 million cubic meters, equivalent to an impressive 1.7 billion litres of water. Fuelled by direct rainfall, runoff, and groundwater inflow ranging from 3 to 5 million cubic meters annually, this vast reservoir positions us with abundant water resources to reliably provide potable water for the residents of SCKL. In 2019, Sunway invested RM18 million in a cutting- edge water treatment facility located in SSQ. This facility has the capacity to deliver up to 8.5 million litres of water daily, meeting the needs of around 51,500 people. Notably, the integral water treatment plant plays a crucial role, contributing significantly to a remarkable 30% reduction in Sunway's dependence on municipal water supply. Furthermore, these lakes function as catchment areas, serving as the ultimate destination for local drains and playing a pivotal role in the city's drainage system. As the drain catchments leading to these lakes are highly urbanized, they are integral to managing surface runoff from urban land use, effectively contributing to the township's stormwater management system, and preventing local flooding.
In line with our ambitious goals, Sunway aims to further decrease reliance on municipal water supply by up to 50% and ensure five days of uninterrupted water supply for Sunway properties within Kuala Lumpur/Selangor by 2030.
Transportation and Connectivity
Nestled in the heart of SCKL, a bustling metropolis hosting over 200,000 residents, 60,000 students, and welcoming an annual influx of 42 million visitors, the imperative for sustainable urban mobility finds its answer in visionary solutions. Leading this urban transformation is the groundbreaking Sustainable Intelligent Transport Ecosystem (SITE), a dynamic system seamlessly integrating seven Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) stations, 4.3 kilometres of elevated canopy walkways, integrated car parks, and smart parking solutions.
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MSCA NEWSLETTER I VOL 6 I DECEMBER 2023
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