QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2027

Environmental Impact Environmental Sustainability

Indicator

ES*: Dedicated training on Environment aspects of Sustainability

The environmental aspect of sustainability focuses on preserving natural ecosystems, combating climate change, and promoting responsible consumption. It ensures that economic and social development occurs in harmony with nature, preventing long-term environmental damage. Related SDGs:

  1. SDG 6 : Clean Water and Sanitation
  2. SDG 7 :  Affordable & Clean Energy
  3. SDG 9 :  Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure
  4. SDG 11 : Sustainable Cities and Communities
  5. SDG 12 : Responsible Consumption & Production 
  6. SDG 13 : Climate Action 
  7. SDG 14 : Life Below Water 
  8. SDG 15 : Life on Land

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia offers dedicated training on environmental aspects of sustainability for both staff and students. This training is designed to raise awareness and provide practical knowledge about environmental challenges and sustainability practices, encouraging the university community to adopt eco-friendly habits and actively participate in sustainability initiatives. This dedicated training would help create a more environmentally conscious community at UKM, where both staff and students play an active role in supporting sustainability initiatives and contribute to making the university a model of sustainable practices.

Table ES*1: Summary of the dedicated training on environmental aspects of sustainability at UKM

NoTraining on Environmental  aspects of SustainabilityHours
1Sustainable Workshop for UKM Responsibility Centres8
2Strategic Sustainability KPI Workshop 20258
3Sustainability Strategic Plan 2030 Workshop12
4Sustainable Environmental Exploration (SEE) (2.0)4
5Science and Environment Near to Heart (SENTOH)(2.0)@IPI4
6Science and Environment Near to Heart (SENTOH)(2.0)@STEM (MINDA-UKM)4
7Science and Environment Near to Heart (SENTOH)(2.0)@Program Transformasi Minda (PTM UKM)4
8Ekorelawan Course (LMCP1522 – Environmental Ecosystem Exploration Program 202520
9Youth Economic and Sustainable Goals Forum5
10360 Declutter Forum: Psychology & Sustainability2
11IPI Seminar Series 2/2015 : “Disaster at Both Ends: How Climate Change Intensifies Droughts and Floods in Malaysia” 2
12Student carbon footprint workshop: Sustaining UKM as a Green Campus2
13Sustainability webinar 1/2025 : SDG-Aligned Solutions to Key Malaysian Problems: An Invitation to Join the Work of SDSN-Asia2
14Assessing Urban Heat Island in Southeast Asia Megacities: An Integrated Study of Land Use, Climate Change, and Heatwave Occurrences Workshop26-27 Ogos 20254
15KAB Edutourism 8
16Microalgae Workshop II 2025: Strengthening Green Technology Innovation and Wastewater Treatment2
17Others Training Related To Sustainability61
TOTAL HOURS152

Several examples of the training on environmental aspects of sustainability for both staff and students at UKM is shown below:

1. Sustainable Workshop for UKM Responsibility Centres

On 4-5 March 2025, Sustainable Workshop for UKM Responsibility Centres was organized by UKM Strategy Center. The programme aims to serve as a preparatory initiative to strengthen the University’s readiness in producing comprehensive sustainability reporting for international sustainability rankings such as the QS Sustainability Ranking, THE Impact Rankings, and UI GreenMetric. Beyond enhancing data presentation and reporting capabilities, the programme plays a critical role in improving data accuracy, consistency, and inter-departmental coordination among responsibility centres. This initiative also increases institutional awareness and capacity in embedding sustainability practices across governance, teaching, research, operations, and community engagement, thereby supporting evidence-based decision-making and strengthening the University’s global visibility, credibility, and competitiveness in sustainability performance. 

Table ES* 2: Summary of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Workshop.

Program nameSustainable Workshop for UKM Responsibility Centres
Organized byUKM Strategy Center
VenueChancellery UKM
Date4-5 March 2025
Hours of training8 hours
InvolvementStaff
Linkhttps://www.facebook.com/share/p/1B61LcRQp7  
Some of the pictures during the Sustainable Workshop for UKM Responsibility Centres.

2. Strategic Sustainability KPI Workshop 2025

On 24-25 June 2025, Strategic Sustainability KPI Workshop 2025 was organized by UKM Strategy Center involving Faculties and Responsibility Centres (PTJ) at Everly Hotel, Putrajaya. The workshop strengthened the implementation of sustainability-related strategic KPIs aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), emphasised the integration of sustainability values into the University’s strategic planning, reviewed PTJ Sustainability Annual Reports for 2023 and 2024, and evaluated high-impact SDG-based programmes. This demonstrates that UKM provides dedicated, structured training and workshops that address sustainability governance, performance measurement, and environmental and SDG-related impacts, confirming the existence of formal training on sustainability aspects, including environmental sustainability.

Table ES* 3: Summary of the Strategic Sustainability KPI Workshop 2025

Program nameStrategic Sustainability KPI Workshop 2025
Organized byUKM Strategy Center
VenueEverly Hotel, Putrajaya
Date24 – 25 June 2025
Hours of training12 hours
InvolvementStaff
Linkhttps://www.facebook.com/share/p/14UGoiXgDXP 
Some of the pictures during the Strategic Sustainability KPI Workshop 2025.

3. Sustainability Strategic Plan 2030 Workshop

On 19–21 September 2025, Sustainability Strategic Plan 2030 Workshop was organized by Center for International Strategic Negotiations and Sustainable Development Goals UKM (UKM ISN-SDG) involving Faculties and Responsibility Centres (PTJ) at Avillion Admiral Cove Hotel, Port Dickson. The workshop strengthens its global leadership in the sustainability agenda through the organisation of the Sustainability Strategic Plan 2030 Workshop. Over three days, the workshop brought together leaders, experts, and academics to assess progress, strengthen strategies, and chart new directions that are sustainable, inclusive, and high-impact, in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Table ES* 4: Summary of the Sustainability Strategic Plan 2030 Update Workshop

Program nameSustainability Strategic Plan 2030 Workshop
Organized byCenter for International Strategic Negotiations and Sustainable Development Goals UKM (UKM ISN-SDG)
VenueAvillion Admiral Cove Hotel, Port Dickson 
Date19–21 September 2025
Hours of training12 hours
InvolvementStaff
Linkhttps://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BnxLVqUf3/ 
Some of the pictures during the Sustainability Strategic Plan 2030 Workshop.

4. Sustainable Environmental Exploration (SEE) (2.0)

On 13 November 2025, an environmental exploration and climate change program titled “Sustainable Environmental Exploration (SEE) (2.0) was organized by The Environmental Management Center (EMC) under the Climate Change Institute (IPI), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), in collaboration with the Earth and Space Science Graduate Association (ESSA) and the UKM Strategy Center. The program is a mandatory training for students and staff at UKM in order  to educate and raise awareness among support, professional staff and students from the fourteen faculties at UKM about climate change issues and to encourage proactive actions for environmental conservation in a fun and interactive way.

This program is conducted in one (1) day and involves the participation of five (5) staff members and five (5) students from each of the fourteen (14) faculties at UKM. Each group needs to complete seven (7) activity checkpoints with 20 minutes allocated for each checkpoint. The teams will move from one checkpoint to the next, and each group will be given a completion card to be stamped at each checkpoint they complete. The use of smartphones is prohibited during the activities at the checkpoints.

Table ES* 5: Summary of the Sustainable Environmental Exploration (SEE) (2.0)

Program nameSustainable Environmental Exploration (SEE) (2.0)
Organized byEnvironmental Management Center (EMC)
VenueUKM Bangi
Date13 November 2025
Hours of training4 Hours
InvolvementStudents and Staff
Linkhttps://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BBV2dCRC1  
Some of the Indoor activities for Sustainable Environmental Exploration, SEE Program.

5. Science and Environment Near to Heart (SENTOH)(2.0)@IPI

On 11 September 2025, the Science and Environment Near to Heart (SENTOH)(2.0)@IPI program was organized by The Environmental Management Center (EMC) under the Climate Change Institute (IPI), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM). This program is an environmental initiative aimed at instilling a sense of love and care for the environment, and in turn, creating a community that is aware of environmental and climate change issues and mandatory for students and staff at UKM. This edition of the SENTOH series targets participation from members of the Institute of Climate Change. The programme features a variety of engaging environmental activities, including Eco-Routine Tree: MyGreen Print, Environmental Charade, Trash Sort Relay Race, and Itu ke Ini?, aimed at assessing participants’ levels of knowledge and awareness of environmental issues and climate change.

Table ES* 6: Summary of the Science and Environment Near to Heart (SENTOH) (2.0)@IPI

Organized byScience and Environment Near to Heart (SENTOH)(2.0)@IPI
VenueClimate Change Institute (IPI)
Date11 September 2025
Hours of training4 Hours
InvolvementStudents and Staff
Linkhttps://www.facebook.com/share/p/1JnwHvjTYX 

SENTOH UKM (Science and Environment Near to Heart) is an environmental initiative by the Environmental Management Centre (EMC) under the Institute of Climate Change (IPI), UKM. The program was designed to instill environmental consciousness among UKM staff and students before expanding to the wider community.Through these activities, participants gained a deeper understanding of climate change impacts and the importance of adopting sustainable habits.

The SENTOH UKM program is to open the eyes and minds of the UKM community to the importance of proper environmental care and management in daily life, thereby shaping a more environmentally conscious society that is competitive and dedicated to preserving and conserving the environment.

Some of the Indoor activities for Science and Environment Near to Heart (SENTOH)(2.0)@IPI Program.

6. Science and Environment Near to Heart (SENTOH)(2.0)@STEM (MINDA-UKM)

On 7 September 2025, the Science and Environment Near to Heart (SENTOH)(2.0)@STEM (MINDA-UKM) program was being organized at STEM (MINDA-UKM) . Through this programme, students are systematically exposed to environmental education and hands-on activities that build awareness and understanding of climate change, environmental conservation, and sustainable practices. Implemented in collaboration with university staff and sustainability-focused centres, SENTOH reflects UKM’s commitment to providing targeted training that strengthens environmental literacy, encourages behavioural change, and supports the University’s broader sustainability agenda. 

Table ES* 7: Summary of the Science and Environment Near to Heart (SENTOH)(2.0)@STEM (MINDA-UKM)

Program nameScience and Environment Near to Heart (SENTOH)(2.0)@STEM (MINDA-UKM)
Organized byEnvironmental Management Center (EMC) and MINDA-UKM
VenueSTEM (MINDA-UKM)
Date7 September 2025
Hours of training4 Hours
InvolvementStudents and Staff
Linkhttps://www.facebook.com/share/p/1FfttkKhrA/ 
Some of the Indoor activities for Science and Environment Near to Heart (SENTOH)(2.0)@STEM (MINDA-UKM).

7. Science and Environment Near to Heart (SENTOH)(2.0)@Program Transformasi Minda (PTM UKM)

On 12 – 17 October 2025, the Science and Environment Near to Heart (SENTOH)(2.0)@ Program Transformasi Minda (PTM UKM) program was organized at Premiere Hotel, Klang. It serves as a compulsory course for new staff, providing exposure to nationhood, public administration, and workplace culture, while also functioning as a requirement for job confirmation. The course aims to develop holistic, competitive, and first-class minded staff through exposure to personal development skills and the functions of public service.

Science and Environment Near to Heart (SENTOH) is one of the mandatory courses undertaken by all newly appointed staff at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).the program supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by promoting responsible behavior, environmental stewardship, and community engagement. It helps cultivate individuals who are more conscious of sustainability issues and capable of contributing to a more resilient and sustainable society.

Table ES*8: Summary of the Science and Environment Near to Heart (SENTOH)(2.0)@Program Transformasi Minda (PTM UKM)

Program nameScience and Environment Near to Heart (SENTOH)(2.0)@Program Transfromasi  Minda UKM
Organized byEnvironmental Management Center (EMC), Climate Change Institute (IPI) and Registrar Office UKM
VenuePremiere Hotel, Klang 
Date12 – 17 October 2025
Hours of training4 Hours
InvolvementStaff
Linkhttps://www.instagram.com/p/DP58yLfkeY8
Activities for Science and Environment Near to Heart (SENTOH)(2.0)@Program Transformasi Minda (PTM UKM).

8. Citra Ekorelawan Course (LMCP1522 – Environmental Ecosystem Exploration) 2025

The Citra Ekorelawan Course (LMCP1522 – Environmental Ecosystem Exploration) 2025 is an additional credited activity under UKM’s Ekorelawan initiative. It serves as a platform to attract students, particularly undergraduates, by providing practical exposure to ecosystem management. The course is managed by Institute for Environment and Development (LESTARI UKM).

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understanding the concepts of environmental conservation and restoration.
  • Gaining fundamental knowledge of ecosystem preservation.
  • Conducting environmental community service activities.

The UKM Ekorelawan Program, including modules such as waste management, energy, soil, water, and geology, has a significant impact on students’ training in environmental awareness and sustainability. The program enhances students’ knowledge and skills in ecosystem conservation, sustainable resource management, and environmental stewardship through hands-on activities, discussions, and fieldwork.

Table ES* 9: Summary of the Citra Ekorelawan Course (LMCP1522 – Environmental Ecosystem Exploration) 2025

Program nameCitra Ekorelawan Course (LMCP1522 – Environmental Ecosystem Exploration) 2025
Organized byCitra Ekorelawan LMCP1522
VenueOnline
Date7 May 202528 May 202529 May 20255 June 202510 June 202512 June 20259 October 202516 October 202523 October 202527 November 2025
Hours of training20 Hours
InvolvementStudents
Linkhttps://www.facebook.com/share/p/17vgqjJBWE/
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1WnPf4RbZC/ 
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1LBj7kwCbP/ 
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18TUhzotWW/ 
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1G7DrzX8U2/ 
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Br3CKtvSe/ 
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1ZdieymWE2/ 
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17wDPowrPN/ 
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1799tTqzLb/ 
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/176WYQwF2k/ 

List of the module that had been done in year 2025:

Poster of the  Citra Ekorelawan Course (LMCP1522 – Environmental Ecosystem Exploration Program 2025.

9. Youth Economic and Sustainable Goals Forum

On 13 October 2025, the Youth Economic and Sustainable Goals Forum was organized by Environment and Green Energy of Malaysia Association (EniGMA-UKM). The forum carried the theme “Shared Prosperity Through the SDGs”, aiming to explore ideas, opportunities, and the role of youth in realizing a sustainable national economy. It raised an important question: How can the younger generation become a catalyst for a sustainable economy aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The program served as a platform to transform youth from passive observers into proactive environmental advocates and innovators. By strengthening environmental knowledge, skills, and leadership capacity, the forum contributed to nurturing a generation capable of driving Malaysia’s transition toward a low-carbon, resilient, and sustainable economy.

Table ES* 10: Summary of the Youth Economic and Sustainable Goals Forum.

Program nameYouth Economic and Sustainable Goals Forum
Organized byEnvironment and Green Energy of Malaysia Association – Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (EniGMA-UKM)
VenueCyber Technopolis Auditorium UKM
Date13 October 2025
Hours of training5 Hours
InvolvementStudents
Linkhttps://www.instagram.com/p/DPjRkdTEkx- 
Some of the activities for Youth Economic and Sustainable Goals Forum

10. 360 Declutter Forum: Psychology & Sustainability

On 20 February 2025, the Institute of Climate Change, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia organized the 360 Declutter Forum: Psychology & Sustainability, which connected behavioral science with environmental responsibility. The forum highlighted how personal consumption habits and overconsumption contribute to waste generation, carbon emissions, and resource depletion. The program strengthened participants’ understanding of responsible consumption, circular economy practices, and waste reduction strategies. Through practical exposure to sustainable lifestyle planning and ecological footprint awareness, participants were encouraged to adopt mindful purchasing, reuse, and proper waste management practices. Overall, the forum promoted lasting behavioral change and empowered individuals to contribute actively to environmental sustainability and climate action.

Table ES* 11: Summary of the 360 Declutter Forum: Psychology & Sustainability

Program name360 Declutter Forum: Psychology & Sustainability
Organized byInstitute of Climate Change, UKM
VenueOnline
Date20 February 2025
Hours of training2 Hours
InvolvementStudents and Staff
Linkhttps://www.facebook.com/share/p/1C9sRDdC2V/ 
Some of the activities for 360 Declutter Forum: psychology & sustainability.

11. IPI Seminar Series 2/2025: “Disaster at Both Ends: How Climate Change Intensifies Droughts and Floods in Malaysia”

On 21 May 2025, the Institute of Climate Change, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia organized the IPI Seminar Series 2/2015 titled “Disaster at Both Ends: How Climate Change Intensifies Droughts and Floods in Malaysia.” The seminar enhanced participants’ understanding of how climate change increases extreme weather events and affects ecosystems, water security, and communities. It strengthened knowledge on climate adaptation, sustainable water management, disaster risk reduction, and nature-based solutions, while reinforcing the importance of environmental resilience and alignment with Climate Action (SDG 13). Overall, the program equipped participants with greater awareness and practical insights to support environmental sustainability in addressing climate-related risks.

Table ES* 12: Summary of the IPI Seminar Series 2/2025: “Disaster at Both Ends: How Climate Change Intensifies Droughts and Floods in Malaysia”

Program nameIPI Seminar Series 2/2025 : “Disaster at Both Ends: How Climate Change Intensifies Droughts and Floods in Malaysia”
Organized byInstitute for Climate Change (IPI) UKM
VenueOnline
Date21 May 2025
Hours of training2 Hours
InvolvementStaff and Students
Linkhttps://www.facebook.com/share/p/17nuZ5eZAK 
Sustainability webinar: IPI Seminar Series 2/2025:
“Disaster at Both Ends: How Climate Change Intensifies Droughts and Floods in Malaysia” Program.

12. Student carbon footprint workshop: Sustaining UKM as a Green Campus

On 24 July 2025, the Institute for Environment and Development (LESTARI), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia organized the Student Carbon Footprint Workshop: Sustaining UKM as a Green Campus. The workshop significantly strengthened environmental sustainability awareness by helping students understand how daily activities such as transportation choices, electricity consumption, food habits, and waste generation contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. By learning how to calculate and interpret their individual carbon footprints, participants gained practical insight into the environmental impact of their lifestyles. The program equipped students with technical knowledge on carbon accounting basics, emission sources, data collection methods, and simple mitigation strategies aligned with low-carbon campus initiatives. Participants were introduced to sustainable mobility practices, energy efficiency measures, waste reduction strategies, and responsible consumption principles.

Table ES* 13: Summary of the Student carbon footprint workshop: Sustaining UKM as a Green Campus.

Program nameStudent carbon footprint workshop: Sustaining UKM as a Green Campus
Organized byInstitute for Environment and Development (LESTARI).
VenueOnline
Date24 July 2025
Hours of training2 Hours
InvolvementStaff and Students
Linkhttps://www.ukm.my/lestari/news/jejak-karbon-pelajar-melestari-kampus-hijau-ukm/ 
Student carbon footprint workshop: Sustaining UKM as a Green Campus.

13. Sustainability Webinar 1/2025 : SDG-Aligned Solutions to Key Malaysian Problems: An Invitation to Join the Work of SDSN-Asia

On 10 April 2025, the Institute for Environment and Development (LESTARI) UKM organized Sustainability Webinar 1/2025: “SDG-Aligned Solutions to Key Malaysian Problems: An Invitation to Join the Work of SDSN-Asia.” The webinar strengthened participants’ understanding of how national environmental challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, urban sustainability, and resource management can be addressed through integrated, SDG-aligned strategies. It highlighted the importance of evidence-based policy, multi-stakeholder collaboration, and regional networks like SDSN-Asia in accelerating sustainable development.

the program exposed participants to systems thinking approaches, sustainability assessment tools, and SDG mapping techniques to align projects and research with measurable environmental outcomes. It enhanced capacity in designing climate adaptation and mitigation initiatives, promoting nature-based solutions, advancing circular economy practices, and supporting low-carbon development pathways.

Table ES* 14: Summary of the Sustainability webinar 1/2025 : SDG-Aligned Solutions to Key Malaysian Problems: An Invitation to Join the Work of SDSN-Asia.

Program nameSustainability webinar 1/2025 : SDG-Aligned Solutions to Key Malaysian Problems: An Invitation to Join the Work of SDSN-Asia
Organized byInstitute for Environment and Development (LESTARI).
VenueOnline
Date10 April 2025
Hours of training2 Hours
InvolvementStaff and Students
Linkhttps://www.ukm.my/lestari/news/siri-wacana-kelestarian-1-2025 

14. Assessing Urban Heat Island in Southeast Asia Megacities: An Integrated Study of Land Use, Climate Change, and Heatwave Occurrences Workshop

On 26–27 August 2025, the Institute of Climate Change UKM organized the workshop titled “Assessing Urban Heat Island in Southeast Asia Megacities: An Integrated Study of Land Use, Climate Change, and Heatwave Occurrences.” The workshop significantly enhanced participants’ understanding of how rapid urbanization, land use changes, and climate change interact to intensify Urban Heat Island (UHI) effects and increase heatwave risks in major cities. It highlighted the environmental and public health implications of rising urban temperatures, including energy demand, water stress, ecosystem degradation, and heat-related illnesses.

participants were exposed to interdisciplinary approaches combining climate science, geospatial analysis, land use planning, and environmental data interpretation. The workshop strengthened technical skills in assessing temperature distribution, analyzing urban morphology, and identifying high-risk heat zones. It also introduced sustainable mitigation strategies such as green infrastructure, urban tree canopy expansion, reflective materials, sustainable building design, and climate-responsive urban planning.

Table ES* 15: Summary of the Urban Heat Island in Southeast Asia Megacities: An Integrated Study of Land Use, Climate Change, and Heatwave Occurrences Workshop.

Program nameAssessing Urban Heat Island in Southeast Asia Megacities: An Integrated Study of Land Use, Climate Change, and Heatwave Occurrences Workshop
Organized byInstitute of Climate Change, UKM
VenueBangi Golf Resort
Date26-27 August 2025
Hours of training4 Hours
InvolvementStaff
Linkhttps://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Akg3h8DdQ 
Urban Heat Island in Southeast Asia Megacities: An Integrated Study of Land Use, Climate Change, and Heatwave Occurrences Workshop

15. KAB Edutourism

On 24–25 February, the KAB Edutourism program was held at the Chini Lake Research Centre (PPTC). KAB Edutourism is a collaborative initiative between Kolej Aminuddin Baki and the UKM Natural and Physical Laboratory Management Centre (ALAF-UKM). This program is one of the college’s initiatives under the academia framework towards holistic development, grounded in three main pillars: education, environmental sustainability, and tourism. Through this program, participants had the opportunity to experience a unique learning journey through meaningful interactions between people and the natural environment.

KAB Edutourism also witnessed the release of 25 young lotus plants into Chini Lake, with the assistance of staff from the Chini Lake Research Centre and the participation of 43 members of Kolej Aminuddin Baki, including UKM international students.

Table ES* 16: Summary of the KAB Edutourism

Program nameKAB Edutourism
Organized byAminuddin Baki Residential College UKM
VenueChini Lake Research Centre (PPTC)
Date24-25 February 2025
Hours of training8 Hours
InvolvementStudents and Staffs
Linkhttps://www.facebook.com/share/p/16n3Z99wBk/ 
KAB Edutourism

16. Microalgae Workshop II 2025: Strengthening Green Technology Innovation and Wastewater Treatment

The Microalgae Workshop II, organized by the Centre for Sustainable Process Technology (CESPRO) and the UKM-YSD Sustainability Chair on July 7, 2025, aimed to enhance the understanding and feasibility of microalgae technology within the industry. Held in collaboration with the Department of Chemical and Process Engineering (JKKP) at the Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment (FKAB), this workshop followed the inaugural 2023 edition with a more comprehensive focus on green technology applications and wastewater treatment.

The two-day event gathered 23 participants—including higher education researchers, local industry players, and international representatives from the Philippines, India, Bangladesh, and Indonesia—who attended both physically and virtually. Key objectives included providing exposure and training on effective microalgae cultivation techniques, microalgae biorefinery and nanocellulose applications, cell disruption methods to boost bioproduct yields, and the use of microalgae as bioremediation agents for wastewater treatment.

Table ES* 17: Summary of the Microalgae Workshop II 2025: Strengthening Green Technology Innovation and Wastewater Treatment.

Program nameMicroalgae Workshop II 2025: Strengthening Green Technology Innovation and Wastewater Treatment
Organized byAminuddin Baki Residential College UKM
VenueChini Lake Research Centre (PPTC)
Date7 July 2025
Hours of training2 Hours
InvolvementStudents and Staffs
Linkhttps://www.ukm.my/beritaukm/bengkel-mikroalga-ii-2025-perkukuh-inovasi-teknologi-hijau-dan-rawatan-air-sisa 
Picture of the Microalgae Workshop II 2025: Strengthening Green Technology Innovation and Wastewater Treatment

At UKM, there are also several other training programs related to sustainability. These training reflect the university’s strong commitment to equipping its community with the knowledge and skills needed to drive sustainable change at all levels of society.

Table ES* 18 : Summary of the training on sustainability on 2025.

NoTitleDateLocationStudent/ staffHour TrainingSDG
1KASES Discussion 1/2025:
https://www.ukm.my/kases/news/diskusi-kases-1-2025-peranan-akademik-dan-saintis-untuk-perlaksanaan-ekonomi-kitaran-di-malaysia/ 
15 April 2025Main Lecture Room, LESTARI, UKM.Staff and Students2SDG5
2World Nuclear Energy Day 2025 Seminar
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DGXPSNSL3/ 
18 December 2025Lecture Hall 1, Block A, Nuclear Science Building, FST, UKMStaff and Students2SDG7
3Remote Sensing Data Analysis Workshop
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CLUCqvGVt/ 
23-25 June 2025UKM BangiStudents4SDG9
4Fabric Collection: Lighten the Burden, Increase the Blessings
https://www.ukm.my/ipi/news/pengumpulan-fabrik-kurangkan-beban-tingkatkan-keberkatan/ 
23 January – 20 February 2025Earth Observation Centre (EOC)Staff and Students8SDG12
5LESTARI Graduate Colloquium 2025
https://www.ukm.my/lestari/news/26-siswazah-lestari-kongsi-hasil-penyelidikan-di-ksl-2025/ 
15-16 October  2025Main Lecture Room, LESTARI, UKM.Students2SDG13
6LESTARI Dialogue 2025
https://www.ukm.my/lestari/news/dialog-lestari-2025-sempena-sambutan-ulang-tahun-ke-31/ 
1 October 2025UKM Cyber Technopolis Academy (AST)Staff and Students4SDG13
7KASES Discussion Series Vol. 2: Highlighting the Role of Social Impact Assessment (SIA) in Securing Community Wellbeing
https://www.ukm.my/lestari/news/siri-kedua-diskusi-kases-tekankan-kepentingan-sia-dalam-menjamin-kesejahteraan-sosial-masyarakat/ 
30 September 2025Main Lecture Room, LESTARI, UKM.Students5SDG13
8Regional Collaboration and Policy for Flood Resilience in BIMP-EAGA: An International Seminar-Workshop
https://www.ukm.my/lestari/news/penyelesaian-berasaskan-alam-semula-jadi-untuk-tadbir-urus-banjir-di-malaysia/ 
22- 23 September 2025Hybrid mode, Main Lecture Room, LESTARI, UKM.Staff and Students8SDG13
9kNovasi Workshop: “AR/VR for Digital Sustainability” 2025
https://www.ukm.my/lestari/news/bengkel-knovasi-2025-ar-vr-for-digital-sustainability-sempena-kongres-dan-pertandingan-inovasi-pengajaran-pembelajaran-pp-ukm-knovasi-2025/ 
10-11 September 2025Main Lecture Room, LESTARI, UKM.Staff and Students8SDG13
10Sustainability Discourse Series 3/2025
https://www.ukm.my/lestari/news/wacana_kelestarian_3_2025/ 
10 August 2025OnlineStaff and Students2SDG13
11Sustainability Discourse Series 2/2025
https://www.ukm.my/lestari/news/wacana-kelestarian-2-2025/ 
12 June 2025OnlineStaff and Students2SDG13
12The Use of GIS Applications in Social Impact Assessment (SIA): A Hands-on Course to Strengthen Participants’ Knowledge and Skills
https://www.ukm.my/lestari/news/penggunaan-aplikasi-gis-dalam-penilaian-impak-sosial-sia-kursus-hands-on-perkukuh-pengetahuan-dan-kemahiran-peserta/ 
24-25 June 2025Main Lecture Room, LESTARI, UKM.Students8SDG13
13Brunei Borneo Sustainability Summit
https://www.ukm.my/lestari/news/brunei-borneo-sustainability-summit/ 
22 April 2025Bandar Seri Begawan, BruneiStaff2SDG13
14The 2025 Geopark Community Empowerment Webinar Discusses ‘Geotourism Development & Social Innovation’ Issues” 
https://www.ukm.my/lestari/news/siri-terakhir-webinar-pemerkasaan-komuniti-geopark-2025-bincang-isu-pembangunan-geopelancongan-inovasi-sosial/ 
22 October 2025OnlineStaff2SDG15
15Collaborative Engagement in Geopark Management: Webinar Highlights the Role of the Community
https://www.ukm.my/lestari/news/penglibatan-bersama-dalam-pengurusan-geopark/ 
14 August 2025OnlineStaff and Students2SDG13
TOTAL61  hours