Jasin: SWM Environment Sdn Bhd and Jasin Community College have signed a letter of intent to establish a strategic partnership focusing on sustainable waste management and the circular economy. SWM Environment corporate general manager, Mohd Norlisam Mohd Nordin, stated that the partnership, which includes education, human capital development, skills training, and community empowerment, aims to benefit not only the concessionaire but also the college's students, faculty, and the local community.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, the collaboration will explore various avenues for sharing knowledge, expertise, equipment, and facilities. Mohd Norlisam noted that the partnership will cover consultancy, training, and professional certification, with a particular focus on sustainable waste management, including recycling and segregation at source. He mentioned that details of the programmes to be implemented will be discussed further, with initiatives planned to bring mutual benefits and add real value to both parties involved.
The signing ceremony at the college saw SWM Environment represented by Mohd Norlisam and Jasin Community College by its director, Mohamad Kelana Juwit. Mohd Norlisam remarked that the partnership would strengthen ties between the industry and higher education institutions, thereby boosting graduate employability and driving economic growth through the circular economy. He emphasized the initiative's aim to nurture a future generation more conscious of sustainability and sustainable waste management.
He also highlighted that this collaboration is part of SWM Environment's ongoing efforts, as the company has partnered with several other public and private universities and colleges to raise awareness about sustainable waste management. SWM Environment adheres to the 'GUCI' approach or 'Government-University-Community-Industry,' which facilitates building strategic partnerships needed to deliver sustainable solid waste management.
Meanwhile, Mohamad Kelana stated that the partnership aligns with the National Education Blueprint 2026-2035, specifically under the pillar of fostering sustainability and planetary health, to embed these values within the college community. As a Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institution prioritizing graduate employability, Jasin Community College is dedicated to expanding its partnership network with the industry, ensuring students gain a holistic learning experience. He expressed hope that the tie-up will lead to more high-impact projects in the future, involving the college, local residents, and strategic partners.