International Journal of Emerging Issues in Islamic Studies
Vol. 1 No. 1 (2021): July 2021

A Study on Environmental Sustainability Practices among Students and Staff in International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM)

Ninunroihan Jehtae (Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design, International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM))
Arita Hanim Awang (Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design, International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM))
Noraini Ahmad (Kulliyyah of Architecture and Environmental Design, International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM))



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Jul 2021

Abstract

This study is conducted to assess awareness and engagement on campus environmental sustainability initiatives among the students and staff of International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM). In this research, a quantitative method was employed and a total of 100 survey questionnaires were randomly distributed to respondents. Based on the survey, 90.7% of the respondents are aware of the term "sustainability” and are mostly concerned on the energy and water consumption in campus. However, there seems to be a deliberate commitment gap due to given answers by respondents in having insufficient time to engage in environmental sustainability. On the other hand, it is found that IIUM has made some positive impacts with initiatives such as promoting waste recycling practices, efficient use of energy, water and many more in considering ways and means to deal more efficiently with environmental issues. The findings suggested that the university could address sustainability issues through other initiatives as in transportation, sustainable landscaping, and sustainable food. The article concluded by emphasizing the importance of integrating sustainability on campus as well as on the respective curriculum and educating university students to assist in sustainable development across Malaysia.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ijeiis

Publisher

Subject

Religion Social Sciences

Description

IJEIIS invites authors interested in Islamic Studies and its relation to share their research, scientific article, and study with broader society and global readers. The result of the research is expected to contribute to the development of the Emerging Issues in Islamic Studies both theoretically ...