4.5 Water  pollution control  in campus area

[4.5] Water pollution control in campus area 

Policy

Polytechnic Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah will design our policy on water pollution in 2026.  

Program Awareness in Polytechnic Sultan Salahuddin  Abdul Aziz Shah

This program aims to educate and engage students, staff, and the local community on the causes, impacts, and prevention of water pollution. It encourages behavioral change and promotes sustainable water management practices within the institution.

Objectives

1.         To create awareness about the sources and effects of water pollution on health, environment, and economy.

2.         To encourage the reduction of water wastage and adoption of eco-friendly practices.

3.         To promote active participation in water conservation and pollution control activities.

4.         To support institutional sustainability goals and align with the UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation.

Expected Outcomes

·  Enhanced environmental awareness among campus members.

·  Measurable reduction in water wastage.

·  Increased participation in sustainability initiatives.

·  Impeoved institutional reputation for environmental responsibility.

Polytechnic Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah has conducted program for awareness as listed below:

1. The Civil Engineering Department has conducted a water quality assessment of the PSA lake, providing students with valuable hands-on learning experience. Under the guidance of their lecturers, students actively participated in the laboratory testing procedures, gaining practical skills in environmental analysis and water resource management. This initiative not only contributes to a better understanding of the lake's ecological health but also reinforces the students' theoretical knowledge with real-world application, highlighting the department's commitment to practical education and environmental awareness within the campus.  

2. An exposure program for PSA (lecturers and students) has been implemented to raise awareness of the importance of caring for the environment. The Diploma in Civil Engineering students and lecturers from Politeknik Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah are spearheading the 'Love Our Lake' program at Taman Tasik Shah Alam on April 26, 2025. In collaboration with the Shah Alam City Council (MBSA) and the Selangor Water Management Authority (LUAS), this initiative aims to raise awareness about the critical importance of preserving water resources, particularly lakes as vital freshwater ecosystems. The program provides students with invaluable experiential learning opportunities in the sustainable management of clean and wastewater while fostering a sense of responsibility and environmental stewardship within the community and the younger generation, contributing to a more sustainable future.

Water quality sampling at lake in Polytechnic Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah 

Conclusion

The Awareness Program on Water Pollution successfully enhanced understanding and responsibility among students and staff toward protecting water resources. Through educational talks, campaigns, and hands-on activities, participants learned the importance of preventing pollution and conserving water. The program fostered sustainable habits within the institution and demonstrated its commitment to environmental stewardship, aligning with SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation.