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SDG15
LIFE ON LAND
15.3  Supporting land ecosystem through action
15.3.3  Local biodiversity included in planning and development

Include local biodiversity into any planning and development process (e.g. construction of new buildings)
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Description
Evidence
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Since the establishment of Bucida Square at UNIMAS in 2022, the 500 Tree Planting Project by Sarawak Energy Berhad (SEB) and UNIMAS has emerged as a key low-carbon initiative to combat climate change. The project was officially launched during the Faculty of Engineering and iSure Research Open Day, where four Bucida trees were planted to mark the beginning of this environmental effort.
Titled "Low Carbon Initiatives: Let's Plant 500 Trees," the project was officially commenced on November 1, 2023. Led by the Faculty of Engineering staff and students, in collaboration with the UNIMAS Landscape Unit, the Development Office, and the University Sustainable Centre (USC), the initiative seeks to make a significant contribution to sustainability.
The FENG Club and the 500 Tree Planting Committee are also providing a unique opportunity for final-year engineering students to plant and care for their own trees. This initiative aims to create lasting memories and instill a deep sense of responsibility for environmental stewardship among the students.
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As a public university, UNIMAS adopts the National action plan on considering local biodiversity into planning & construction stated in National Policy on Biological Diversity 2016-2025.

f. Ensure that river and river basin planning and management, including the planning and construction of our dams, river engineering and flood mitigation works, take cognisance of aquatic and terrestrial biodiversity. (refer page 49)