Universiti Malaya Sustainable Development Solutions Network - UM SDSN

Salam Aidilfitri daripada Pusat Pembangunan Lestari Universiti Malaya

Eid Mubarak to our Muslim friends and families 🌿🌙

Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Maaf Zahir & Batin 🌿🌙

Moga Aidilfitri ini membawa makna fitrah, lestari dan barakah untuk bersama kita meraih keberkatan dan kegembiraan dalam kesederhanaan dan kesyukuran 🤲🏼

Eid Mubarak to all our Muslim friends and families ☪️

Jemput tonton bingkisan Aidilfitri:
1) Kepentingan Penjimatan Air di Musim Perayaan
2) Video Muzik Melaram Raya Universiti Malaya 2024:

Ikhlas daripada kami:
Pusat Pembangunan Lestari Universiti Malaya (UMSDC)

Thanks UTP Go Green Movement!
'Inspire, Be Inspired'

The Universiti Teknologi Petronas (UTP) Go Green Movement (UTP Go Green Movement) recently embarked on a benchmarking visit to Universiti Malaya (UM), hosted by UM Sustainability and Development Centre (UMSDC) and the Department of Development and Estate Maintenance (JPPHB). This initiative aimed to foster knowledge exchange and exploring potential collaboration in sustainable practices between the two Malaysian (public and private) universities.

The visit commenced with a warm welcome from UM's Sustainability and Development Centre represented by Dr. Noor Suzaini Mohamed Zaid (Coordinator, EcoCampus@UM), setting the tone for an engaging and insightful experience. The UTP delegation had the opportunity to explore UM's green initiatives, gaining valuable insights into the university's successful sustainability programs and practices, in particular the UM Living Labs action research initiatives. In addition, Pn. Mairuz Asmarafariza Azlan, key person of UM Zero Waste Campaign shared ZWC journey and challenges from the view of one of the oldest and pioneer living lab projects, focusing on sustainable solid waste management. Mr. Mohd Fadhli Rahmat Fakri (Research Officer, UMSDC) moderated the interactive recap and Q&A session with UTP delegation.

The benchmarking visit covered various aspects of sustainability, including energy efficiency, waste management, green infrastructure, and sustainable community engagement. The UTP team had the chance to witness firsthand UM's innovative approaches to reduce its environmental impact and promote sustainability enculturation across the campus, benefitting both staff and students.

The collaborative discussions and knowledge-sharing sessions provided a platform for both universities to learn from each other's successes and challenges in implementing green initiatives.

Overall, the benchmarking visit proved to be a fruitful endeavor, fostering a spirit of empowerment and mutual learning between UTP and UM. The exchange of ideas and best practices in sustainability will undoubtedly contribute to the continuous improvement of both universities' environmental efforts, aligning with the global push for more sustainable and carbon neutral campuses. The event showcased the commitment of Malaysian universities, public and private, to creating a greener and more sustainable future.

All are invited! Don’t forget to register, details down below:

Assalamualaikum & Greetings to All

Universiti Malaya via UM Sustainability and Development Centre (UMSDC) and its respective sustainability partners will be hosting an inaugural Universiti Malaya Sustainability Festival 2023 with the theme 'Inspire, Be Inspired', in conjunction with the celebration of World Environment Day and UM Research Gallery 2023: Climate Action and Planetary Health throughout the month of June 2023.

This Festival will be officiated on the 7th of June by YBhg. Tan Sri Zarinah Anwar (Chairman of the Board of Directors UM), with welcoming remarks by YBrs. Prof. Ir. Dr. Shaliza Ibrahim (Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Research & Innovation).

For next week, we would like to highlight the two Main Events scheduled as follows:

7 June 2023 (Wednesday) Opening Day and High-Level Forum

8 June 2023 (Thursday) SPARK! Sustainability Ideation Sessions: Government, Businesses, Third Sector & UM Living Labs (Carbon Neutral, Circular Economy & EcoCampus)

Time: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Venue: Auditorium, Research Management & Innovation Complex (RMIC/KPPI), Universiti Malaya & UM Exhibition Hall, KPPI UM

Please register HERE: https://forms.office.com/r/mzrbtbtTxj
if you are interested to attend these main events. Your registration will help us minimize the overall impact of carbon footprint in hosting this event.

Kindly be informed that parking spaces are very limited. All participants are encouraged to carpool and opt for public transport (for example, MRT Feeder Bus - disembark at the Institute of Advanced Studies (IAS) Bus Stop in front of 12th College UM) or e-hailing services (such as GrabCar or AirAsia Ride). More tips: https://sites.google.com/um.edu.my/umsustainability2023/how-to-get-here

Visit the Festival Website for detailed information - not only on the main events but also events organized by various faculties and centres in UM in the month of June and beyond: https://sites.google.com/um.edu.my/umsustainability2023/home

We look forward to welcoming you to the Festival! SAVE THE DATE!

Best regards,
UM Sustainability Festival 2023 Committee, Volunteers & Partners

Volunteer Recruitment for May and June’s Sustainability Events ✨🌱

Salam & Greetings to UM Community (esp. UM Students)

Interested in sustainability events management?
Let's volunteer with us!

Join us, UM Sustainability Development Centre (UMSDC) in managing and preparing for these upcoming sustainability events starting from mid May until June 2023:

1. Majlis Raikan Syawal Universiti Malaya 2023 - Sustainability Committee (18th May 2023 @ DTC UM)
2. UM Sustainability Festival 2023 month (In the month of June 2023: Main event on 7 and 8 June 2023 @ KPPI UM)
3. Jom Masuk U Program - Sustainability Slot (4th & 5th June @ DTC UM - TBC)

OH NO. Did you just say you're busy? Fret not! Because this volunteering program is flexible: pre-event/on the day of the event/post event. Any help you can give will make a difference ❤

REGISTRATION FORM: https://forms.office.com/r/ZUt2KjYP2w

ACTIVITIES:
i) Volunteering in this program offers many fun sustainable activities including:
ii) Handling big sustainable events that involve numerous sustainability ideas and projects
iii) Preparing multimedia, gimmick, and event management for the Opening Ceremony of UM Sustainability Festival 2023
iv) Zero Waste Campaign - Awareness & Education

BENEFITS:
i) Opportunity to network and engage with sustainability icons and leaders: national and international from various sectors.
ii) Volunteers will receive an e-certificate upon completion,
iii) Volunteers will be prioritized for attending events and training in representing UM's initial batch of Sustainability@UM Volunteer Programs.
iv) Learn how to run and manage sustainability event.

For any inquiries, kindly contact us at 03-7967 4635 or you can email us at [email protected]

Looking forward to seeing you in our team so we can create a better tomorrow together! Don't forget to REGISTER!

Salam Aidilfitri daripada keluarga UMSDC ✨🌙
Home to UMSDSN

Klang Valley City Nature Challenge is BACK!!!

Donation, Environment & Charity ♻️👖👕

In conjunction with ‘s flagship project - the For Siswa From Siswa project, the Environment Department of MRA Siswa is most honored to collaborate with Universiti Malaya Sustainability & Development Centre (UMSDC) and for a clothes donation drive.

The clothes donation drive seeks to collect old clothes from the public and convert them into cash at second-hand boutique stores, dedicated to the For Siswa From Siswa charity fund. Also, grabbing this opportunity, MRA Siswa seeks to instill environmental awareness in the public that the fabrics that are not usable could be resold and recycled for a good cause.

On behalf of Universiti Malaya (UMSDC and UM Library), we extend our thanks to MRA Siswa for their continuous effort to promote a sustainable lifestyle while taking care of the well-being of the student communities nationwide.

Full story: https://sustainability.um.edu.my//news/mra-siswa-in-partnership-with-umsdc-and-um-library-promote-for-siswa-from-siswa-charity-fund-via-clothes-donation-drive

Congrats to Fatin, Faculty of Built Environment UM 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

On behalf of ,
We are pleased to share the news in congratulating our young inspiring social innovator, Ms. Fatin Nur Izzati Jufry from the Faculty of Built Environment UM -
Runner-up Winner of APRU SDG4C Social Innovation Pitching Competition 2022-2023!

Get to know her story: https://sustainability.um.edu.my//news/heartiest-congratulations-um-student-bags-the-runner-up-winning-team-in-apru-sdg4c-social-innovation-pitching-competition-2022-2023

Fatin's 'Inspire, Be Inspired' message for future applicants:
APRU SDG4GC is an excellent program to invest your skills, ideas, and value in empowering you to confidently face the future. You are one step ahead in exploring beyond the norms, so let's push yourself above the average. Grab this opportunity and express your thoughts and ideas for a better future. Supporting the University Malaya's mission, 'Pushing the Boundaries of Knowledge and Nurturing Aspiring Leaders'. Special thanks to APRU SDG4C Mentors and Program Designers, .um & UM Sustainability and Development Centre (UMSDC) for the opportunity, guidance, and support!

Once again, congratulations Fatin!

For more info on APRU SDG4C: https://vse.apru.org/sdg4gc/

'Inspire, Be Inspired'

UM Research Carnival 2023: Opening Ceremony

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