• Universiti Malaya Community Engagement Centre (UMCares)
  • umcares@um.edu.my
  • 03-79677357
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Impact of Project

Leading the way to sustainable waste management through early education, experiential learning, and the establishment of circular infrastructure.

Project Lead Sr Dr. Nur Farhana Binti Azmi

Lead Center Faculty of Built Environment, Universiti Malaya
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100% Infrastructure Deployment

Permanent installation of dedicated recycling and swap corners at SK Kuala Triang to sustain 3R practices beyond the programme duration.

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343+ Students Empowered

Active participation from secondary (SMK Tengku Afzan) and primary students in hands-on upcycling and waste audit workshops.

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Trash to Cash Financial Incentives

Measurable increase in the total value of recyclables collected (RM 498.00), demonstrating a behavioural shift toward waste as a resource.

Evidence of Community Adoption

Stakeholders & Partners

SWCorp Malaysia
Alam Flora Sdn. Bhd.
JPN & PPD (Education Dept)
UiTM Perak Branch
SMK Tengku Afzan
SK Kuala Triang

The Eco Warrior Narrative

Universiti Malaya • Built Environment • Flagship Project RU2024-ES02 • 2026

Last Update: 30/04/2026