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DIVISION OF INDUSTRY & COMMUNITY NETWORK

Sustainability
Office

Driving Sustainability, Delivering Impact, Building the Future

We Drive Integrated Sustainability Across the University by Turning Strategy into Measurable Impact

INTRODUCTION

The University Sustainability Office (PKU), Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), is a strategic entity responsible for leading and coordinating sustainability initiatives across governance, campus operations, academic integration, research, as well as community and industry engagement.

PKU represents the institutional strengthening and rebranding of the Kampus Sejahtera initiative into a formal university entity. Its establishment, approved in the University Management Committee (JKPU) Meeting No. 1/2026, reflects USM’s continuous commitment as a high-impact university in advancing sustainable development aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

PKU serves as the central coordinating body in developing sustainability policies, strategic plans, and action frameworks, while ensuring integrated implementation, monitoring, and data-driven sustainability reporting across the university.

Vision

To be a leading university sustainability office driving sustainable development and global well-being in alignment with Universiti Sains Malaysia’s aspirations.

Mission
  • To strengthen integrated sustainability governance and implementation across the university
  • To mainstream sustainable development principles in operations, academic activities, and research
  • To cultivate a culture of sustainability among campus communities and stakeholders
  • To leverage data, innovation, and technology to enhance sustainability performance
  • To expand strategic partnerships with industry, communities, and global partners

Organisational Chart

Units and Functions

Sustainable Campus & Green Operations Unit
  • Coordinate campus-wide sustainability initiatives
  • Manage energy, water, waste, biodiversity, and carbon initiatives
  • Develop the campus as a living laboratory for sustainability
  • Support circular economy and green campus operations
  • Conduct sustainability audits, monitoring, and impact analysis
Sustainability Rating Unit
  • Coordinate data collection, verification, and reporting
  • Manage USM’s participation in THE Impact Rankings and related rankings
  • Support the development of sustainability policies, indicators, and KPIs
Disaster Management Unit
  • Identify and manage climate, environmental, and disaster-related risks 
  • Coordinate preparedness, mitigation, and adaptation plans
  • Integrate resilience into sustainability planning
  • Collaborate with relevant agencies on disaster and campus safety management
Kampus Sejahtera Secretariat
  • Coordinate student-led sustainability initiatives
  • Develop student leadership and volunteerism
  • Integrate sustainability into co-curricular activities
  • Strengthen sustainability awareness and advocacy among students.