Pusat Racun Negara - Activities/Initiatives

Activity

Recyclable Printer Cartridges

Date & Venue

Jan 2025, National Poison Centre (NPC)

Objectives

To minimize electronic and plastic waste by switching to recyclable printer cartridges.
To promote sustainable procurement practices among staff.
To reduce the institution’s carbon footprint and support broader sustainability initiatives.

Participants

All departments involved in printing activities; key representatives from procurement, administration, and sustainability offices

Outcomes / Impacts

Raised awareness among staff about responsible disposal and recycling of electronics.
Fostered collaboration between procurement, administration, and sustainability teams.
Provided lasting benefits by protecting landfill space and supporting environmental stewardship.

Related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 12 -- Responsible Consumption and Production: Promoting the use of recyclable materials in daily operations.
SDG 13 -- Climate Action: Lowering carbon emissions through improved waste management practices.
SDG 15 -- Life on Land: Reducing electronic and plastic pollution to protect terrestrial ecosystems.
SDG 11 -- Sustainable Cities and Communities: Demonstrating environmental responsibility through sustainable procurement

Activity

Creative Recycling Project: Bottle Caps Transformed into 'Pusat Racun Negara (PRN)' Signage

Date & Venue

August 2025, Student Room, National Poison Centre (NPC)

Objectives

To foster environmental awareness and the importance of waste segregation among staff, students, local community.
To demonstrate innovative ways of reusing everyday waste and encourage upcycling on campus.
To contribute NPC’s sustainability vision and beautification efforts.

Participants

NPC staff

Outcomes / Impacts

Reduced plastic waste by collecting and repurposing bottle caps into PRN signage.
Enhanced awareness of creative recycling and upcycling initiatives within the campus.
Beautified PRN premises with unique, eco-friendly signage created from recycled materials.

SDG 12 -- Responsible Consumption and Production: Promoting creative recycling and reducing plastic waste.
SDG 13 -- Climate Action: Reducing waste sent to landfill and supporting environmental action.
SDG 15 -- Life on Land: Protecting terrestrial ecosystems through innovative waste management.
SDG 11 -- Sustainable Cities and Communities: Building a community culture of innovation and environmental stewardship.

Activity

DIY Barrel Rainwater Collection Project

Date & Venue

August 2025, Green Garden, National Poison Centre (NPC)

Objectives

To introduce simple and effective rainwater harvesting techniques using DIY barrels.
To promote water conservation and reduce dependence on municipal water supply.
To educate staff, students, and local community on sustainable water management practices.

Participants

NPC taff

Outcomes / Impacts

Increased water conservation on campus by collecting and repurposing rainwater for non-potable uses.
Raised awareness about the benefits of rainwater harvesting within the local community.
Provided long-term benefits by reducing water costs and promoting eco-friendly resource management.

Related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 6 -- Clean Water and Sanitation: Advancing access to sustainable water sources through rainwater collection.
SDG 13 -- Climate Action: Building resilience to water shortages with adaptive solutions.
SDG 12 -- Responsible Consumption and Production: Promoting efficient resource use and environmental responsibility.
SDG 11 -- Sustainable Cities and Communities: Creating urban models that encourage water security and community collaboration.

Activity

'Paru-Paru Pusat Racun Negara (PRN)' Project

Date & Venue

August 2025,Green Garden, National Poison Centre (NPC)

Objectives

To increase awareness about air quality, lung health, and the importance of clean air in the community.
To encourage the planting of air-purifying indoor plants ('Paru-Paru PRN' as a green office initiative) within NPC premises.
To educate staff, students, and the local community on the benefits of plants for indoor air quality and overall wellness.

Participants

NPC staff

Outcomes / Impacts

Improved indoor air quality at NPC by adding air-purifying plants to key common spaces.
Increased community knowledge on lung health and the ecological role of indoor plants.
Provided lasting wellness benefits and contributed to a more pleasant, productive, and sustainable work environment.

Related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 3 -- Good Health and Well-being: Improving physical and mental health through clean air and greenery.
SDG 13 -- Climate Action: Encouraging activities that support climate resilience and cleaner indoor environments.
SDG 15 -- Life on Land: Promoting biodiversity by introducing indoor plant species.
SDG 11 -- Sustainable Cities and Communities: Supporting healthy, sustainable workspaces and urban communities.

Activity

'Gotong Royong Kecerian PRN'

Date & Venue

August 2025, National Poison Centre (NPC)

Objectives

To enhance cleanliness and aesthetic appeal of PRN through communal gotong royong activities.
To foster a spirit of teamwork and collective responsibility among.
To create a safer, healthier, and more pleasant workplace environment.

Participants

NPC Staff

Outcomes / Impacts

Significantly improved the cleanliness and visual appeal of NPC premises via collaborative cleaning and beautification efforts.
Increased awareness and involvement in sustaining a clean, healthy work environment among participants.
Contributed to lasting benefits in health, morale, and sustainability at NPC.

Related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 3 -- Good Health and Well-being: Supporting the health and welfare of staff and community through a clean environment.
SDG 13 -- Climate Action: Reducing pollution and promoting positive environmental actions.
SDG 15 -- Life on Land: Protecting the environment and enhancing workplace biodiversity.
SDG 11 -- Sustainable Cities and Communities: Strengthening collaboration for sustainable and resilient community spaces