On 19 June 2026, the Faculty of Chemical Engineering (FKK), Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), in collaboration with the Project Management Institute Malaysia Chapter (PMIMY) and supported by the Industry, Community and Alumni Network (ICAN) framework, successfully organized an insightful collaborative teaching session titled "From Waste to Carbon Sink: Advancing CCUS through Mineral Carbonation of Mining Residues."

The virtual event on Google Meet was a required session for CPE656 students, connecting academic theory to real-world industrial and community applications. 

Key Highlights of the Program:

Expert Speaker: The session featured Dr. Sharifah Nur Munirah Syed Hasan, an Enforcement Officer from the Data and Digital Cyber Unit under the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN), Kelantan.

Cutting-Edge Focus: The talk deep-dived into Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) technologies, specifically exploring how mining industry waste residues can be safely and effectively converted into permanent carbon sinks through mineral carbonation. 

Community & Environmental Impact: By addressing industrial waste management, the program highlighted how engineering solutions can directly benefit the community by reducing environmental hazards and driving Malaysia's green economy goals. 

Bridging the Gap: Academia, Industry, and Community. 

This collaborative effort emphasizes UiTM’s continuous commitment under the ICAN umbrella to foster strong partnerships with professional bodies like PMIMY. By bridging the gap between students, regulatory experts, and industry frameworks, the program ensures our future chemical engineers are well-equipped with the sustainable practices necessary to safeguard communities and the environment.

"Turning industrial waste into a carbon solution isn't just advanced engineering, it's a critical step toward community safety and global sustainability."

Thank you to the organizers, PMIMY, and all the CPE656 students who participated actively in making this session a resounding success! For more updates on upcoming community engagement and industry collaborative programs, stay tuned to our official newsletter.