OBJECTIVE:

The STEM event, held on 2 March 2024, at UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur, was designed to inspire and engage students aged 6 to 15 in the field of renewable energy. Organized by the Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering in collaboration with InGenius World, UCSI IEM and IChemE student chapters, the event aimed to promote STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education while highlighting the importance of renewable energy in addressing global environmental challenges. The event featured two key components: an industrial talk and a hands-on activity. The industrial talk, delivered by experts from the field, focused on renewable energy technologies and their potential to transform the future.

The interactive session introduced participants to concepts such as solar, wind, and hydrogen energy, sparking curiosity and building foundational knowledge in clean energy solutions. The second part of the event engaged students in a hands-on activity where they
designed and constructed a self-fabricated hydrogen rocket.

This exercise provided participants with a tangible and exciting application of renewable energy principles, encouraging them to think critically and solve problems using STEM concepts. Through this activity, students gained an understanding of hydrogen fuel and experienced the process of scientific experimentation, teamwork, and innovation.

The event attracted 18 participants, creating a highly interactive and personalized learning environment. By focusing on young students, the event sought to inspire future innovators and equip them with the knowledge and enthusiasm to pursue careers in STEM, particularly in sustainability and renewable energy. This event aligned with the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) and SDG 4 (Quality Education).