7.2.2 : Upgrade buildings to higher energy efficiency
Naik taraf lampu LED stadium UTM tingkat kelestarian dan sokongan komuniti
The project involved the upgrade of the stadium's high mast lighting system to more energy-efficient LED lights. This initiative is a tangible example of the university’s commitment to sustainable infrastructure modernization, aligning with SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities).
The key impacts of this energy-efficiency upgrade include:
- Significant Cost and Energy Savings: The new LED lights are more energy-efficient and are expected to result in higher operational cost savings. This demonstrates a financial benefit alongside the environmental benefit of reduced energy consumption.
- Reduced Carbon Footprint: By using more energy-efficient and power-saving LED lights, the project contributes to reducing UTM's carbon footprint and supports the goal of reducing the use of unsustainable energy sources.
- Enhanced Functionality: Despite consuming less energy, the LED lights produce a higher average brightness of 1,000 lux, which complies with FIFA D brightness standards. This ensures the facility is suitable for high-quality events, including those requiring video recording or live broadcasts.
The university’s proactive approach to replacing older, less efficient systems with modern, energy-saving technology, as publicly highlighted by the Vice Chancellor, serves as a clear, verified action that fulfills the requirement for having plans to upgrade existing buildings and equipment for higher energy efficiency. The immediate use of the new system for the UTM Games, starting on November 3, 2024, validates the project's completion and immediate operational impact.
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) has successfully upgraded Stadium Azman Hashim to higher energy efficiency by replacing traditional high mast lighting with advanced LED systems, completed ahead of schedule and officially handed over on 10 November 2024 by Vice Chancellor Prof. Datuk Ir. Ts. Dr. Ahmad Fauzi Ismail. The retrofit delivers 1000 lux average illumination—meeting FIFA D-class broadcasting standards—while consuming significantly less power, achieving substantial operational cost savings and reducing carbon footprint. This initiative aligns with UTM’s Energy Management Policy and supports SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) by enhancing facility sustainability and enabling high-quality sports and community events. The energy-efficient LEDs ensure brighter, more reliable lighting for nighttime activities, including live broadcasts, while positioning the stadium as a revenue-generating, eco-friendly community asset. Launched during the UTM Games, the project exemplifies UTM’s strategic plan to systematically upgrade existing infrastructure to higher energy performance standards, promoting long-term environmental responsibility and operational excellence across campus facilities.
