On 16th October 2025, in order to advance TAR UMT's green campus objectives, the Arena has implemented escalator shutdown schedule, allowing one escalator to temporarily switched off each day to reduce electricity consumption. When the escalator is closed for energy savings, a clear notice is placed at the site, guiding users to the nearest operational escalator with just a short walking distance away. This simple adjustment not only lowers energy consumption but also encourages students and staff to incorporate light physical movement into their daily routines as they walk across the building. 

An awareness poster is also displayed to communicate the purpose of the escalator closure and strengthen the understanding of environmental benefits. By pairing behavioural nudges with operational measures, this initiative promotes responsible energy use while fostering a more mindful and active campus lifestyle.

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TAR UMT has initiated a structured energy auditing programme to establish a reliable baseline for improving campus energy performance and efficiency. The programme commenced on 24 September 2025, with data loggers installed from 25 September to 13 October 2025 to assess incoming power supply and system efficiency at key facilities, including Communication And Information Technology Centre (CITC), Block Tun Tan Siew Sin (TTSS), and the Library, as well as chiller plant performance at CITC. Additional audit activities — such as lighting level measurements, AHU efficiency assessments, and further chiller plant analysis — are ongoing. The programme also extends to the Johor Campus (ICT Centre) and Penang Campus (Administration Block A, Block B, and Library). To ensure technical accuracy and professional standards, TAR UMT has engaged 2R Control Automation Sdn. Bhd., an ESCO registered with the Energy Commission (Suruhanjaya Tenaga), to conduct the energy audits and support future energy optimisation planning.

On 22nd September 2025, to strengthen TAR UMT's commitment to a greener and healthier campus environment, the Arena has implemented a lift energy saving strategy by reducing lift operations across its eight lift lobbies. Six lift lobbies are temporarily closed, with clear signage indicating that the lifts are not in service to support energy savings, while two lift lobbies remain fully operational to ensure accessibility and convenience for campus users.

To complement this initiative, awareness posters are placed at all lift lobbies to encourage the use of stairs as a simple daily activity that supports personal well-being. These posters highlight the estimated calories burned by stair climbing, inspiring the community to embrace more active habits. By promoting energy efficiency together with healthy movement, this initiative reflects a balanced approach to sustainability — one that reduces environmental impact while enhancing the vitality and well-being of our campus community.

On 15th September 2025, to cultivate a consistent culture of energy mindfulness, TAR UMT has introduced a visual reminder initiative encouraging the community to switch off air-conditioning and lighting when spaces are not in use. This simple yet effective practice reinforces responsible behaviour and helps reduce unnecessary energy consumption on campus.

The reminders have already been implemented at the Arena as well as Office of the President, with plans to expand campus-wide. By embedding these cues into daily routines, the university aims to empower students and staff to take small, meaningful actions that collectively contribute to long-term sustainability and reduced carbon impact.

On 1st September 2025, TAR UMT has implemented a comprehensive Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for centralized air-conditioning system operating hours to optimize energy use across campus facilities. This implementation ensures that the centralized air-conditioning (AC) system is operated efficiently according to building occupancy hours. 

To reinforce the SOP beyond documentation, awareness poster that is specially designed to highlight the key SOP points for quick reference by AC technicians will be displayed at visible location, which is the technician room notice board.

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TAR UMT has implemented a campus-wide Solar Photovoltaic (PV) system as part of its commitment to clean energy adoption and carbon emission reduction. Installed in phases and operated collectively, the system achieved a total installed capacity of 1,211.1 kWp and commenced full operation on 20 November 2024, supplying renewable electricity to key academic and support facilities across the Kuala Lumpur Main Campus.

Buildings covered include:

• Block C & D

• Block SB, SC, SD, SE at East Campus

• Dewan Tunku Abdul Rahman (Main Hall)

• Block CITC (Communication and Information Technology Centre)

• Cafeteria Redbricks

Building on this milestone, TAR UMT has scheduled further Solar PV installations at the Arena, Penang Campus, and Perak Campus, reflecting the University’s ongoing efforts to expand renewable energy deployment and strengthen its low-carbon campus strategy.