Our Mission

The Malaysian Recycling Empowerment Association (PERKESA) is committed to advancing Malaysia’s recycling, metal, and circular economy industries through unity, integrity, innovation, and national collaboration.

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Who We Are

PERKESA is a nationally registered non-governmental organisation under the Registrar of Societies Malaysia (ROS), established to represent and elevate Malaysia’s recycling and base metal industries at the national level.

We provide structured representation for recyclers, traders, manufacturers, and sustainability stakeholders — facilitating policy dialogue, industry coordination, and strategic collaboration across public and private sectors. Through advocacy, engagement, and partnership, we strengthen Malaysia’s recycling ecosystem.

400+ Members

8 Ministries Engaged

5 International Partners

Our Core Focus

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Serve as the national voice for Malaysia’s recycling and base metal sectors in policy discussions and regulatory matters.
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Work closely with ministries and agencies to contribute industry insights that support transparent, practical.
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Promote ethical conduct, compliance, and responsible recycling practices across the industry.
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Support member growth through knowledge-sharing, coordination, and strategic industry alignment.
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Strengthen Malaysia’s standing as a competitive and credible hub for recycling and circular economy activities.

Corporate & Institutional Collaboration

PERKESA welcomes strategic partnerships with public-listed companies, GLCs, industrial groups, academic institutions, and international organizations aligned with our sustainability and governance standards.

PERKESA works alongside industry and institutional partners to promote responsible ESG integration across the recycling and metal sectors. Through structured dialogue and industry guidance, we support transparency, accountability, and sustainable operational standards that strengthen long-term investor and public confidence.
Through collaborative initiatives and cross-sector coordination, PERKESA advances practical solutions that improve material recovery, enhance recycling efficiency, and minimise environmental impact. Our engagement supports measurable reductions in waste leakage, emissions, and unsustainable disposal practices.
By aligning national industry players with global standards and regional partnerships, PERKESA contributes to positioning Malaysia as a credible and competitive centre for recycling and circular economy leadership within ASEAN and beyond.
Aligns industry priorities with Malaysia’s broader economic and sustainability frameworks through active engagement with key ministries and agencies, including Kementerian Kewangan (MOF), Kementerian Alam Sekitar dan Air (KASA), MITI, MIDA, MATRADE, and the Jabatan Alam Sekitar (JAS).

We support coordinated policy implementation, industrial growth strategies, and national environmental commitments — ensuring meaningful contribution to Malaysia’s development agenda.