BRTech USM Paper Recycling Awareness Campaign

On June 22, 2024, our first- and second-year students from the Bioresource Technology Division, School of Industrial Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia held a Sustainable Awareness Issue Competition 2024 in conjunction with the Paper Science Awareness Carnival. This program was led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Leh Cheu Peng and assisted by Dr. Kushairi Mohd Salleh, Dr. Mazlan Ibrahim, and Dr. Mohamad Shazeli Che Zain.

A total of 95 students between Form 4 and Form 6 from 14 schools in three states (Penang, Perak, and Kedah) participated in this competition. The schools involved consist of SMK Seri Keledang (Perak), SMK Bercham (Perak), SMK Tsung Wah (Perak), SMK (L) Methodist Pulau Pinang, SMK (P) Sri Mutiara (Pulau Pinang), SMK Convent Green Lane (Pulau Pinang), SMK Jalan Damai (Pulau Pinang), SMJK Heng EE (Pulau Pinang), SMJK Chung Hwa Confucian (Pulau Pinang), SMK Junjung (Kedah), Kolej Tingkatan Enam Haji Zainul Abidin (Pulau Pinang), SMK Permatang Rawa (Pulau Pinang), SMK (P) Methodist Pulau Pinang, dan SMK Phor Tay (Pulau Pinang).

The goals of this program were to enhance students' awareness of environmental issues, develop their soft skills, and create a society that values sustainability. Students are given the opportunity to conduct paper-based science experiments and "handsheet" papermaking, which allows them to see the real-world applications of scientific principles. By participating in this program, students not only gain practical knowledge and skills but also learn the importance of preserving the environment for future generations aligned with SDG 4, 12, 13, and 15. Through hands-on activities and interactive workshops, students are able to fully immerse themselves in the world of science and technology, sparking their curiosity and passion for STEM subjects. Overall, this program plays a crucial role in shaping well-rounded individuals who are not only academically competent but also environmentally conscious and socially responsible.

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