1.1. The Environmental and Social Sustainability Funds (ESSF) was established in 2024 under the Sustainable Management Centre (PPL) to support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT).
1.2. The aim of the ESSF is part of UMT’s efforts to support and cultivate sustainable development initiatives, community well-being, and environmental preservation. This fund is intended to finance projects that reduce negative impacts on ecosystems and enhance community welfare through education, health, and green technology.
1.3. This grant was also introduced to support the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda, introduced in September 2015, which encompasses the following 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
i. No Poverty (SDG 1)
ii. Zero Hunger (SDG 2)
iii. Good Health and Well-Being (SDG 3)
iv. Quality Education (SDG 4)
v. Gender Equality (SDG 5)
vi. Clean Water and Sanitation (SDG 6)
vii. Affordable and Clean Energy (SDG 7)
viii. Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8)
ix. Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure (SDG 9)
x. Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10)
xi. Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11)
xii. Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12)
xiii. Climate Action (SDG 13)
xiv. Life Below Water (SDG 14)
xv. Life on Land (SDG 15)
xvi. Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions (SDG 16)
xvii. Partnership for the Goals (SDG 17)
