Week 9 : Field Works - On Campus Observation

Reflective Journal on Week 9

• Key Learning: The Week 9 fieldwork lecture emphasized IIUM’s journey toward becoming a sustainable campus, highlighting students as agents of change in addressing environmental, economic, and social sustainability.

• Sustainability Indicators: Six key areas for campus sustainability were identified: infrastructure, energy, waste, water, transportation, and education/research. These guide practical initiatives like solar energy and food waste composting.

• IIUM Initiatives: Programs like food waste composting (e.g., 1329 kg processed in April–June 2018), myTREEvolution (150 trees planted), and Go Green campaigns showcase IIUM’s commitment to sustainability.

• Practical Actions: The lecture stressed daily practices, such as reducing water waste (e.g., shorter showers) and minimizing food waste, inspired by Quranic verses like Surah Al-Isra’ 26 and Al-Baqarah 60.

• Project Relevance: The fieldwork inspired my group’s SD project to focus on a local issue, like enhancing recycling or composting at IIUM, to contribute to campus sustainability.

• Challenges: Limited resources and coordination, as seen in the groundwater concession project’s withdrawal, highlight the need for strong partnerships.

• Personal Takeaway: I feel motivated to adopt sustainable habits and contribute to IIUM’s vision through our project, aligning with global SDGs and local efforts.