11.4 – Sustainable practices

11.4.1 – Sustainable practices targets

UKM actively measures and sets ambitious targets for sustainable commuting, focusing on reducing reliance on carbon-intensive vehicles. The university provides an array of eco-friendly commuting options, including dedicated pedestrian and cycling paths, shuttle buses, and electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. These facilities are designed not only for the broader community but also for individuals with disabilities, ensuring inclusiveness in sustainable commuting. This strategy directly tackles carbon emissions, aligns with Malaysia’s national climate targets, and reinforces UKM’s role as a sustainability leader in higher education.

Target a Low-Carbon Campus 

UKM has implemented several sustainable commuting initiatives as part of its Low Carbon Campus 2030 Plan. The goal is to reduce on-campus carbon emissions and achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. UKM aims to increase sustainable commuting across the campus to 70% by 2030. To achieve this target, UKM has made significant progress. In 2022, 20% of campus commuters adopted sustainable transportation. This figure increased to 30% in 2023 and is projected to reach 40% in 2024.

	2022	2023	2024	2030 (campus low carbon)
Target of sustainable communing in campus.	20%	30%	40%	70%

Initiatives toward Campus Low Carbon 

UKM supports sustainable commuting from 2022 including electric bicycles, with 130 units available across 30 bike stations and e-scooters, with 250 units accessible to students and staff. These zero-emission transportation methods aim to reduce reliance on personal vehicles, contributing to a greener campus.

Furthermore, UKM offers 19 shuttle buses that connect various campus locations to nearby transport hubs, like the UKM Komuter station, which aids in reducing single-occupancy vehicle traffic. The campus also supports pedestrian-friendly facilities with designated pathways and zebra crossings, enhancing safe and convenient walking routes. UKM’s commitment to carbon neutrality by 2050 is further solidified through additional sustainable efforts such as solar energy projects and hydrogen vehicle initiatives, in collaboration with industry partners like Petronas. In 2024, UKM furthered its commitment to sustainability by introducing a new electric shuttle bus. 

These ongoing strategies underscore UKM’s commitment to environmental sustainability, aiming to reduce carbon emissions by 70% by 2030 through sustainable commuting options, infrastructure upgrades, and industry partnerships.

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