SDG 17 Partnership for the Goals
The University recognises the importance of sustainability and its increasing impact to our operations. We are committed to understanding and implementing sustainable practices and to exploring the benefits to the University whilst attempting to achieve the right balance between the needs of the wider community and our focus on delivering quality education to our students.
17.2 Relationships to support the goals
17.2.1 Relationships with regional NGOs and government for SDG policy
During the SDG Week, University of Cyberjaya has organized the forum sessions engaged with industry experts, leaders, changemakers from government, NGOs and private sectors in cross sectoral dialogue for the exchange of ideas, knowledge and best practices to explore solutions for a more sustainable future. One of the forums that was held was “Sustainable Business Model Towards Achieving Net Zero”.
Some of the key takeaway messages from this forum included the need for companies to adopt and integrate sustainability frameworks, sustainable practices in daily routines, the importance of ESG in protecting the environment, and the value of businesses having a clear
vision and mission beyond profit. One student was particularly inspired by Mr. Collin's words, "it
all starts with little steps, you just have to start now."
17.2.2 Cross sectoral dialogue about SDGs
During SDG Week, the University of Cyberjaya organized five forum sessions that engaged industry experts, leaders, and changemakers from government, NGOs, and the private sector in cross-sectoral dialogue to exchange ideas, knowledge, and best practices aimed at exploring solutions for a more sustainable future.
FORUM 1: SUSTAINABILITY IN UNIVERSITY CURRICULUM
FORUM 2: SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS MODEL
FORUM 3: SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS
FORUM 4: DIET AND LIFESTSYLE MODIFICATION
FORUM 5: BIODIVERSITY, CLIMATE CHANGE AND SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES
17.2.3 International collaboration data gathering for SDG
The University of Cyberjaya has pledged to join the Race to Zero campaign, a global initiative for a zero-carbon world. This campaign rallies leadership and support from businesses, cities, regions and investors for a healthy, resilient, zero carbon recovery that prevents future threats, creates decent jobs, and unlocks inclusive, sustainable growth. The campaign runs in partnership with the Environmental Associate for Universities and Colleges (EAUC), Second Nature, and the United Nations Environment. University of Cyberjaya is drawing up plans for food waste audit and as well as switching to renewable energy sources.
Race to Zero Current Signatories Institutions
17.2.4 Collaboration for SDG best practice
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON SUSTAINABLE ENERGY AND GREEN TECHNOLOGY 2023 (SEGT 2023)
Assoc. Prof. Dr.Grrace Ng Hui Suan, our Director of Research in University of Cyberjaya attended The International Conference on Sustainable Energy and Green Technology 2023 (SEGT 2023) is taking place in Viet Nam from December 10 to December 13th, 2023, as a continuation of the journey that began with the successful organisation of SEGT 2018 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and SEGT 2019 in Bangkok, Thailand.
SEGT 2023 aims to promote sustainable energy research and technology, including renewable energy, energy efficiency, and cleaner fossil fuel technology, in line with sustainable development goals.
17.2.5 Collaboration with NGOs for SDGs
Young Mercy Programme
Young MERCY is a two-credit hour co-curricular programme which is part of the teaching and learning process at UoC. It was developed in conjunction with MERCY Malaysia. The programme complements the development of psychomotor skills by having more student-centred activities.
The purpose of these programmes is to create awareness and educate the public to avoid diseases by taking care of their environment and health check-ups for the poor. The team conducted medical check-ups, dental check-ups and Basic Life Support training for them to face emergency situations.
