BANGI, June 22 – The Design for Plastics Circularity Challenge 2024 was officially launched on June 14, 2024, at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), marking a pivotal moment for Malaysia’s youth to drive innovation towards a circular plastics economy. Co-organized by the Malaysian Plastics Manufacturers Association (MPMA), Dow, UKM, and Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), the competition aims to inspire university students to propose breakthrough solutions addressing sustainable plastics packaging, single-use plastics reuse or recycling, and advanced plastics waste management technologies.
Datuk Noraini Soltan, Vice-President of MPMA, expressed enthusiasm for the competition, emphasizing its role in galvanizing efforts to combat plastics pollution globally. Mr. Kodak Xiao, Senior Business Sustainability Director at Dow, highlighted the importance of fostering innovation to transform plastic waste into renewable solutions, underscoring Dow’s commitment to sustainability through strategic partnerships. The competition, running until November 12, 2024, includes educational webinars, mentorship sessions, and a grand finale showcasing innovative projects, with RM19,500 in cash prizes available. For registration and further details, interested participants can visit MPMA’s official website.
