Discover UM Living Labs

The Universiti Malaya (UM) Living Labs Towards Just Net Zero Grant is an initiative designed to promote sustainable development and climate action through innovative, community-engaged projects. The program focuses on achieving net-zero carbon emissions in a just and equitable manner. It leverages the concept of "Living Labs," where researchers, students, and local communities collaborate to test and implement real-world solutions for reducing carbon footprints and addressing climate change.

The grant emphasizes inclusivity, ensuring that vulnerable and marginalized communities are actively involved and benefit from the transition to a sustainable future. This initiative aligns with global sustainability goals and UM's commitment to fostering environmental stewardship and social equity.

Click here to learn more about the application of the UM Living Labs Towards Just Net Zero Grant.

Ongoing Living Labs (2024 - 2025)

Energy Mobility Facilities Waste Minimisation and Recycling Value Chain Beyond Campus Operation

Optimizing Air Conditioner Energy Title: Reducing Energy Consumption of Air Conditioner Via A Synergy of Superhydrophobic Evaporator and Machine Learning-Enabled Performance Monitoring	NANOGARD SC202-P:Smart Self-Cleaning Coating Title: NANOGARD SC202-P: The Smart Self-Cleaning Coating for Enhancement Photovoltaic Panel (PV) Efficiency	Active Harmonic Filtering Pilot for Power Quality Title: Pilot Project on Active Harmonic Filtering for Improving Power Quality and Energy Efficiency in Wisma R&D Universiti Malaya
AI Transportation Monitoring for Campus Title: Al-Powered Transportation Monitoring System for University Campus: Vehicle Type Detection, Duration Tracking, and Carbon Emission Estimation	Carbon Sequestration with Basalt Concrete Title: Carbon Sequestration through Basalt Concrete and Enhanced Rock Weathering: A Sustainable Infrastructure Initiative for UM's Carbon Neutrality Goal	Heritage Carbon Neutrality via Water Management Title: Modernising Heritage Building Towards Carbon Neutrality through Water Management System (Note: Well-recognised UM Heritage Building Dewan Tunku Canselor as the Pilot Project)
Low-Carbon Cold Mix Asphalt with Waste Oils and Reclaimed Pavement Title: Developing Low-Carbon, All-Weather Cold Mix Asphalt for Road Repair Using Waste Oils as Rejuvenators and Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement	Eco-Cycle: Harnessing Yard Waste for Campus Sustainability Title: Eco-Cycle Innovation: Maximizing Yard Waste Potential in Campus Sustainability Practices (Note: Conversion of Yard Waste Into Biochar-enriched Compost)	Waste Audit and Management Strategies for UM Residential Colleges Title: Waste Auditing of Residential Colleges in Universiti Malaya (Note: Assess and Analyse Waste Generation, Implement Data-Driven Solutions, Foster a Culture of Sustainability)
Buildings as Resource Banks: A Case Study on Material Passports Title: Buildings as Resource Bank towards Material Passport Synergies: A Case Study of the Faculty of Built Environment	UM Cleaning & Recycling Model Title: Innovative Performance-based Contract Model for UM Domestic Cleaning and Recycling Services Towards a Higher Recycling Rate and Waste Reduction	Advancing Government Green Procurement for Safer Workplaces Title: Development of Government Green Procurement Framework of Chemicals towards Inherent Safer Workplace
Integrative Spirituality, Youth and Community: InSYNC@UM Title: InSYNC@UM: Integrative Spirituality, Youth and Community Project at UM	LabEco Drive: Promoting Recycling and Sustainability in Scientific Research Title: LabEco Drive: Fostering Environmental Sustainability in Scientific Research	Superhero Iklim 2.0: Gamified Climate Change Mitigation Campaign Title: Superhero Iklim 2.0: Gamified Climate Change Mitigation Campaign in Collaboration with Sunway Centre for Planetary Health
UM Atmosphera: IoT System for Microclimate and Air Quality Monitoring Title: UM Atmosphera: Architectural Design and Development of a Low-Cost Sensor-Based IoT System for Microclimate and Air Quality Monitoring at UM	Campus Campaign: Reducing Carbon Footprints Title: Campus-Wide Awareness Campaign on Carbon Footprint Reduction Strategies (Note: Increase Understanding of Carbon Footprints, Encourage Participation in Sustainability Initiatives)	Sustainable and Healthy Eating in Higher Education Title: Understanding Sustainable and Healthy Eating Behaviours in a Higher Learning Institution (Note: Exploring Eating Habits, Perceptions, and the Factors)
Towards Just Net Zero: GHG Management Framework for UM Title: Towards Just Net Zero: Establishing a Greenhouse Gas Management Framework for Universiti Malaya	Areca Catechu Effervescent Tablet for Aedes Control Title: Areca Catechu Effervescent Tablet Against Aedes (Diptera: Culicidae) (Note: Eco-Friendly Option Over Chemical Pesticide)	Waste Not: Student-Driven Plastic Sustainability Title: Waste Not, Want Not: A Student-Centered Approach to Plastic Sustainability

Alumni Living Labs

Click here for the full list of former UM Living Labs projects.