
7 Focus Area
POLIMAS is dedicated to advancing sustainability through seven key focus areas: Education and Research Management, Energy Management and Climate Change, Environmental and Landscape Management, Waste Management, Water Management, Transportation, and Green Procurement. By integrating sustainable practices across these areas, we aim to create a greener, more resilient campus and contribute to the broader goals of environmental stewardship and sustainability.
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Focus Area 1:
Education and Research Management
The focus on Education and Research Management at POLIMAS is about preparing students for the workforce and equipping them to cope with sustainability. This focus area is aligned with national and global sustainability goals, including Malaysia's commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). By embedding sustainability into its educational and research activities, POLIMAS creates a more sustainable future for Malaysia.
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In the context of POLIMAS, this focus area supports the institution's mission to be a leading polytechnic in sustainability initiatives. By fostering a culture of sustainability, POLIMAS ensures that its graduates are not only academically proficient but also socially responsible, ready to take on the challenges of sustainable development in various sectors.
Focus Area 2:
Energy Management and Climate Change
The Energy Management and Climate Change focus area at POLIMAS drives the institution's sustainability agenda by integrating energy efficiency and ideas in renewable energy initiatives into its operations and educating and promoting wise energy consumption practices among users and knowledge about reducing carbon footprint.
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POLIMAS take the opportunity to contribute to Malaysia’s climate action goals and prepare students to participate in transitioning to a low-carbon economy through education and practices. This focus area supports POLIMAS's vision of being a sustainability model in the education sector, demonstrating how institutions can actively participate in the global effort to combat climate change while fostering a sustainable future for all.
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Focus Area 3:
Environmental and Landscape Management
Environmental and Landscape Management at POLIMAS is focused on maintaining a sustainable, vibrant, and ecologically balanced campus. By nurturing practices in biodiversity conservation, sustainable design, and green infrastructure, POLIMAS contributes to Malaysia’s environmental sustainability goals and provides sustainable campus management.
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SmartGreen initiatives are conducted independently in house and in collaboration with other organisations, such as the Forest State Department, to promote ecosystem protection and sustainable management and align with global sustainability SDGs. Through its commitment to environmental and landscape management, POLIMAS reinforces its role as a leader in sustainability, ensuring that its campus is a green, healthy, and inspiring place to learn and work.
Focus Area 4:
Waste Management
Waste Management at Politeknik Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah (POLIMAS) is one of the institution’s sustainability efforts. This focus area emphasises campus waste reduction, recycling, and responsible disposal practices. By promoting sustainable waste management, POLIMAS supports Malaysia’s environmental goals and sets a standard for eco-friendly practices in education, fostering a culture of sustainability among students, staff, and the broader community.
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Focus Area 5
Water Management
Water management at Politeknik Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah (POLIMAS) is also one of the areas of focus in the institution's sustainability efforts. This focus area emphasises water conservation practices, efficient use, and rain harvesting water resources on campus. By implementing water-saving good practices, POLIMAS aims to minimize its water footprint and contribute to Malaysia’s water sustainability goals. These initiatives reflect POLIMAS’s commitment to environmental stewardship and its role as a leader in smartgreen initiatives.
Focus Area 6:
Transportation
Transportation at Politeknik Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah (POLIMAS) is a concern of the institution's sustainability efforts. This focus area promotes low-carbon transportation practices and options, such as cycling, electric vehicles, and public transport, while enhancing campus mobility through pedestrian-friendly infrastructure. By integrating technologies and encouraging sustainable habits, POLIMAS aims to reduce its carbon footprint and support Malaysia's climate goals, setting a solid example in sustainable campus operations.
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Focus Area 7:
Green Procurement
Green Procurement at Politeknik Sultan Abdul Halim Mu'adzam Shah (POLIMAS) focuses on acquiring environmentally responsible products and education services to minimize the institution's environmental impact.
By prioritizing eco-friendly purchasing, reducing paper consumption, reducing waste, and supporting sustainable suppliers, POLIMAS promotes efficiency and economic sustainability practices. This approach aligns with Malaysia's green economy goals and global sustainability standards, reinforcing POLIMAS's commitment to leading sustainability practices and educating the community on responsible consumption.