"The earth is the Lord's, and everything in it"
Kuala Lumpur, 6 May 2008
"I have learnt often that the shortest distance between a problem and a solution is the distance between your knees and the floor. Tonight our prayers are indeed answered. I am proud to say that together, we have managed to meet our fundraising target of over RM500,000 through table sales and special donations alone! I would like to point out that a full 100% of all proceeds of the silent auction, as well as table sales, will all be donated to these 3 groups. I thank you for your hearts as they are enlarged tonight. Your enlarged hearts will I am sure enable you to contain more happiness and joy as it has mine," said Tan Sri (Dr.) Francis Yeoh in his speech at the Climate Change Week Gala.
YTL announces green arm - YTL-SV Carbon
Kuala Lumpur, 2 May 2008
I am really heartened by the recent AXA Life survey in early April 2008, which suggests Malaysians display higher-than-average concern on the subject of climate change and global warming...Simply put, we have no doubt that energy and green technology is set to be the largest economic opportunity we've seen so far this century. To quote my friend and famed Economist Jeffrey Sachs, "The defining challenge of the 21st century will be to face the reality that humanity shares a common fate on a crowded planet."
"It is time to make a choice. When you have to make a choice and don’t make it, that is in itself a choice!" proclaimed Tan Sri (Dr.) Francis Yeoh at YTL's second Climate Change Week Conference on 2 May 2008.
YTL Corporation launches Climate Change Week 2008 with premiere of "The 11th Hour"
Kuala Lumpur, 30 April 2008
"A renowned study estimated that it would cost a whopping USD$33 trillion to replace the goods and services provided for free by Nature. Considering how Nature does twice as much for us than all the global economies combined, it is nothing short of negligence how its value is not factored into the modern economic equation", said Tan Sri (Dr.) Francis Yeoh at "The 11th Hour" Film Premiere, one of the many exciting events held during YTL's Climate Change Week 2008.
YTL's 2nd Climate Change Week 2008
Kuala Lumpur, 12 April 2008
"This year, our Wessex Water has increased the total amount of renewable energy generated from 21GWh to 25.8GWh. This is indeed significant because it equates to almost 39% of our total energy use, compared with the national water industry figure of 14% in 2005 and 2006. Following the increase in our use of renewable energy over the last 2 years, the levels of all emissions have fallen considerably. For example, the level of sulphur dioxide we emit each year has been reduced by over 60% in the last decade. With these results, we are pleased to say that Wessex Water is currently meeting our target path of reducing emissions by 60% between 1990 and 2050, as prescribed in the UK Climate Change Bill." said Tan Sri (Dr.) Francis Yeoh
Managing Director, YTL Corporation Berhad in his speech during the Launch of Climate Change Week 2008.
In Praise, Of Praise!
YTLcommunity, 24 March 2008
We must remove the miserable idea that God craves for our praises out of His vanity. C.S. Lewis noticed that all enjoyment spontaneously overflows into praise. Men spontaneously praise whatever they value. I think we delight to praise what we enjoy because it completes the enjoyment. The more value the object, the more praise we would accord it. Therefore God should be center of our praise as He is our most valuable. It is along these lines that we can understand that ‘Heaven’ is a state in which angels now, and men hereafter, are perpetually employed in praising God. The Scotch catechism says that man’s chief end is ‘to glorify God and enjoy Him forever’. Fully to enjoy is to glorify. In commanding us to praise Him we glorify Him. In Glorifying Him, he is inviting us to enjoy Him.
A Royal finale at Starhill Gallery’s Watch Award 2007
Kuala Lumpur, 13 December 2007
"Today, we do not buy a watch just to tell the time anymore as you can tell time easily from your mobile phones. When you collect a piece of limited edition watch today, you are actually buying a rare piece of live art, handcrafted by the most creative and passionate watch makers all housed in a tiny valley in Switzerland. This masterpiece is armed with the most efficient engine in the world although it has more parts than a Ferrari. Like all rare collectibles, the price will only go up exponentially through time."
Starhill Gallery retailers gear up for 'A Journey Through Time'
Kuala Lumpur, 17 November 2007
Key highlights that are set to mark A Journey Though Time as a not-to-be missed showcase is the Richard Mille RM012 Tourbillon which won the "Golden Hand Grand Prix" at the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Geneve 2007 and will be showcased as a finished product for the first time ever in the world at Starhill Gallery. The Korloff Noir will make a rare appearance and this 88-carat brilliant-cut Black Diamond will be unveiled by Her Royal Majesty the Queen of Malaysia, DYMM Tuanku Nur Zahirah. Also not-to-be missed is performances by World-renowned flutist Andrea Griminelli and baritone Luca Grassi who will perform pieces as a tribute to the great Luciano Pavarotti.
Jackie Chan opens 'dragon heart' café at Starhill Gallery
Kuala Lumour, 2 November 2007
“I have always told Jackie that his persona as an actor is so awesome and overwhelming that his values and virtues as a Man with a Good Heart who has devoted so much time and untiring efforts to charitable causes all over the world is often overshadowed. I am glad Jackie Chan is now listed by FORBES as the World’s 10 Most Generous Celebrities who include personalities like Angelina Jolie and Steven Spielberg,” said YTL Corp group managing director Tan Sri (Dr.) Francis Yeoh.
YTL's Starhill Gallery to host biggest luxury watch and jewellery showcase in Asia, themed 'A Journey Through Time'
Kuala Lumpur, 25 October 2007
“ ‘A Journey Through Time’, an embodiment of that passion, is anticipated to be an annual occasion that exudes prestige, style and glamour. This is why we are working with one of the most authoritative magazines globally, Forbes, to promote this very important event. It will be the event that the well heeled of Asia will look forward to, this I am sure!” said Tan Sri (Dr.) Francis Yeoh, Managing Director of YTL Corporation Berhad.
Starhill premiers Jackie Chan’s Cafe
Kuala Lumpur, 10 October 2007
Starhill Gallery joins hands with Jackie Chan with the launch of Jackie Chan’s Café in bringing together people and lending aid for the cause of humanity.
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