Fakulti Kejuruteraan dan Alam Bina
Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment
The National University of Malaysia
SDG 6 : CLEAN WATER AND SANITATION
Membrane Workshop 2024: Synthesis, Fabrication, and Applications in Water & Wastewater Treatment
Date: 5–6 March 2024
Time: 8.00 a.m. – 5.00 p.m.
Location: Bilik Mesyuarat Watan, FKAB ÿÈÕ´óÈüapp
Introduction
The Membrane Workshop 2024, organised by CESPRO FKAB ÿÈÕ´óÈüapp, exposed participants to membrane synthesis, fabrication, and applications in water and wastewater treatment, tackling issues such as fouling and scaling.
Objectives
- Provide fundamental knowledge on membrane synthesis and fabrication.
- Expose participants to applications of membrane technology in water treatment.
- Develop practical skills for membrane research and industrial applications.
Programme Details
- Type: Paid educational workshop
- Participants: 25 (academics, researchers, industry professionals)
- Fee Collected: RM 15,050
- Level: National & Regional
- Collaborators: Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS), FGV Holdings Berhad
- Activities: Theories, hands-on practices, industry applications (environmental, desalination, biotech, petrochemical, food, metal recovery)
Impact
- Improved understanding of membrane design and performance.
- Promoted industrial adoption of sustainable membrane solutions.
- Built skilled workforce bridging academia and industry.
Conclusion
The workshop fostered innovation in membrane technology and strengthened water treatment research, contributing to SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation.
Photos & Links
Source: SDG 6 – Membrane_CESPRO-FKAB.docx (ÿÈÕ´óÈüapp SDG reporting template & programme details).
Program Saintis Air (MyStiA): Air Bersih, Generasi Sihat
Date:Â 24 September 2024
Time: 8.00 a.m. – 1.00 p.m.
Location:Â SK Desa Putra, Kajang, Selangor
Introduction
Organised by CESPRO FKAB ÿÈÕ´óÈüapp and the Department of Chemical & Process Engineering, this community outreach programme engaged school students on river conservation and water treatment awareness.
Objectives
- Expose students to the importance of rivers.
- Encourage teamwork in spreading water conservation awareness.
- Teach practical steps for river preservation.
- Boost STEM interest through water treatment technology.
Programme Details
- Type: Awareness & education outreach
- Level: Local
- Participants: 150
- Finance: RM 3,976
- Collaboration: SK Desa Putra
- Activities: Talks, demonstrations, team activities
Impact
- Improved awareness of river conservation.
- Strengthened teamwork and environmental advocacy.
- Provided practical conservation knowledge.
- Increased STEM interest among students.
Conclusion
The programme fostered responsibility and STEM interest in students while promoting river and water preservation, aligning with SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation.
Photos & Links
Source: SDG 6 – MyStiA_CESPRO-FKAB.docx (ÿÈÕ´óÈüapp SDG reporting template & programme details).
