Initiatives

2025

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

2026

Activity: Green Purchase of Drinking Mugs and Ordering of No-Sugar Beverages During the Departmental Strategic Plan

Date & Time: 6 January 2026 | 8:30 AM

Location: Amari Hotel

Objectives

Promoting Sustainable Consumption: To eliminate single-use plastics and paper cups during the departmental strategic planning session through the use of reusable green mugs.
Encouraging Healthier Choices: To support staff well-being by providing healthier beverage options with no added sugar during official department events.
Environmental Responsibility in Meetings: To instill a culture of sustainability and health-conscious habits in organizational planning and events.

Participants NPC Staff

Outcomes / Impacts

Reduction of Single-Use Waste: Significant minimization of plastic and paper cup waste generated throughout the strategic planning event.
Healthier Event Culture: Active promotion of a balanced, health-conscious lifestyle among staff members during official functions.
Reinforced Institutional Sustainability: Alignment of departmental operations and meeting practices with eco-friendly and wellness-driven values.

Related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 3 — Good Health and Well-being: Encouraging healthier beverage choices by providing zero-sugar options to support staff physical health.
SDG 12 — Responsible Consumption and Production: Minimizing waste generation through the adoption of reusable green mugs instead of single-use items.
SDG 13 — Climate Action: Reducing the carbon footprint and environmental degradation associated with single-use event disposables.

Activity: Use of Recycled Materials for Event Decoration

Date & Time: 29 October 2026 | 9:00 AM

Location: NPC Meeting Room

Objectives

Promoting Upcycling & Creativity: To encourage creative thinking by transforming waste and discarded materials into aesthetic and functional event decorations.
Minimizing Event Waste: To significantly reduce the amount of single-use and non-biodegradable decorative materials sent to landfills during official functions.
Raising Environmental Awareness: To instill sustainability values among participants and showcase practical examples of eco-friendly event management.

Participants NPC Staff

Outcomes / Impacts

Eco-Friendly Aesthetic: A visually appealing event setting created entirely or partially from reused, recycled, or upcycled resources.
Resource Optimization: Lowered event expenditure on traditional decorations by maximizing the use of readily available recycled items.
Sustainable Event Culture: Cultivated a long-term mindset of resource conservation and circular economy practices within organizational events.

Related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 12 — Responsible Consumption and Production: Emphasizing the principles of reduce, reuse, and recycle in event production and material sourcing.
SDG 13 — Climate Action: Lowering the carbon footprint associated with manufacturing, transporting, and disposing of single-use event decorations.
SDG 15 — Life on Land: Minimizing environmental pollution and improper waste disposal by giving old materials a new purpose.

Activity: Revamp Sudut Lestari

Date & Time: 22–24 June 2026 | 2:30 PM

Location: NPC Laman Lestari

Objectives

Enhancement of Green Spaces: To revitalize and improve the aesthetic and functional appeal of the Sudut Lestari area for the campus community.
Promoting Sustainability Awareness: To engage staff in hands-on sustainable practices, landscaping, and upcycling activities.
Community Engagement & Collaboration: To foster teamwork and a sense of shared responsibility among staff and the campus community towards environmental maintenance.

Participants NPC Staff

Outcomes / Impacts

Revitalized Environment: A transformed, cleaner, and more vibrant Sudut Lestari area that encourages relaxation and environmental appreciation.
Practical Sustainability Knowledge: Increased awareness and hands-on experience in gardening, landscaping, and resource recycling among participants.
Strengthened Community Spirit: Enhanced collaboration and camaraderie through collective efforts in environmental stewardship.

Related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 11 — Sustainable Cities and Communities: Enhancing green spaces and fostering inclusive, sustainable campus environments.
SDG 12 — Responsible Consumption and Production: Utilizing recycled or upcycled materials during the revamp process to promote waste reduction.
SDG 15 — Life on Land: Promoting biodiversity and better management of local flora and green areas within the campus

Activity: Workplace Safety Briefing

Date & Time: 14 April 2026 | 11:30 AM

Location: NPC Meeting Room

Objectives

Enhancing Workplace Safety Awareness: To equip staff with essential safety knowledge, emergency protocols, and hazard identification procedures within the office environment.
Preparedness and Emergency Response: To ensure all personnel are well-prepared to respond effectively during fire outbreaks, natural disasters, or other workplace emergencies.
Promoting a Safe Culture: To cultivate collective responsibility among staff members in maintaining a secure, hazard-free, and compliant workspace.

Participants NPC Staff

Outcomes / Impacts

Improved Safety Readiness: Heightened alertness and practical understanding of emergency evacuation routes, assembly points, and proper usage of safety equipment.
Risk Reduction: Minimized workplace hazards and accidents through proactive safety compliance and regular briefing awareness.
Safe Working Environment: A reinforced institutional culture prioritizing the health, safety, and well-being of all staff members.

Related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 3 — Good Health and Well-being: Ensuring healthy lives and promoting the physical well-being and safety of workers within the office space.
SDG 8 — Decent Work and Economic Growth: Providing a safe, secure, and protected working environment for all employees.
SDG 11 — Sustainable Cities and Communities: Fostering resilient, safe, and well-prepared institutional environments against potential disasters or emergencies.

Activity: Green Steps: Plogging & Brisk Walk

Date & Time :31 March 2026 | 5:30 PM

Location: USM, Blok J & Tasik Harapan

Objectives

Promote Active Wellness: To encourage physical health through a brisk walking session while simultaneously addressing environmental cleanliness.
Environmental Stewardship: To actively reduce litter and pollution in the Tasik Harapan area through "plogging" (picking up litter while jogging/walking).
Community Connectivity: To strengthen the bond between staff and the campus community through shared sustainable action.

Participants

NPC Staff and USM Community

Outcomes / Impacts

Restored Ecosystem: Immediate improvement of the local landscape at Tasik Harapan and Blok J by removing non-biodegradable waste.
Behavioral Shift: Cultivated a culture of "clean as you go," integrating fitness with environmental responsibility.
Mental & Physical Well-being: Enhanced staff morale and physical fitness by moving the "Gotong Royong" spirit into a more dynamic, outdoor exercise format.

Related Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 3 — Good Health and Well-being: Integrating physical exercise with community service to boost cardiovascular health and mental clarity.
SDG 11 — Sustainable Cities and Communities: Enhancing the quality of shared green spaces within the campus for a more resilient and livable environment.
SDG 13 — Climate Action: Taking direct, localized action to mitigate waste pollution that impacts the climate.
SDG 14 — Life Below Water: Preventing litter from entering the Tasik Harapan water system, thereby protecting local aquatic life.