Since the introduction of the award in November 2023, we saw a total of 151 submissions from children and youths, all eager to showcase their innovative, eco-friendly ideas to solve environmental challenges. 40 of these ideas were then brought to life through either functional or non-functional prototypes made of recycled or recyclable materials and displayed at the gallery located at the Atrium, Level G from 1 – 10 March and were open to public votes.
To further elevate this event, visitors of all ages were also invited to pledge to be Guardians of The Planet and engage in exciting activities including a Recyclable Rescuer Race, Super Recycle Bowl, and Recycling Ranger Challenge at our Concourse set-up. This unique approach not only offered an enriching edutainment experience for all during the school holiday period but also encouraged visitors to explore waste repurposing and recycling concepts. Participants who successfully navigated the sustainability-themed obstacle course were also treated with enticing, rewards including 100 Tack Points and tote bags sponsored by Alliance Bank.
Primary School Group Category
Champion: Guardians of The Greenery
Award: Most Creative - The little visionary that sparkles with imagination
School: SK Taman Megah, Selangor
Prototype: Garbage to Game
Description: The inspiration from playing card games led to the development of eco-friendly educational gaming cards made from fully recyclable materials like old books. These cards are designed to be easily stored and carried in pockets and bags for convenience.
Second Runner Up: Charlie’s Angel
Award: Most Aesthetic - The little artist with ideas that colour the world with life
School: SJKC Serdang Baru 2, Selangor
Prototype: Fortune Bag
Description: The creation of an eco-friendly bag designed to endure everyday essentials like phones, wallets, and hygiene items, crafted from waterproof recycled materials. This initiative aims to encourage the eco-friendly utilisation of resources.
Third Runner Up: Recycle Star Girls
Award: Most Innovative - The little brainiac with powerful inventive ideas
School: SK Seksyen 9 Shah Alam, Selangor
Prototype: Eco Friendly Napkin Holder
Description: The eco-friendly holder is designed to hold napkins, tissues, and paper while also serving as elegant table decorations. Lightweight and easily portable, it can be conveniently placed anywhere with ease.
Fourth Runner Up: SKUAD SKBD
Award: Most Practical - The little genius problem-solver
School: SK Bukit Damansara, Selangor
Prototype: Synergy Smart Cube (SSC)
Description: The development of a versatile, environmentally friendly table that provides various functionalities such as drawers, chairs, and compartments, serving as a multi-purpose kitchen table. This project aims to stimulate creativity and innovation among students by encouraging the design of eco-friendly and innovative products.
Fifth Runner Up: KDM SKJSB1
Award: Most Sustainable - The gentle one who invents with earth-loving care
School: SK Jalan Sungai Besi 1, Kuala Lumpur
Prototype: De Mummy
Description: Creation of the human body's anatomy from recycled materials commonly found in schools, including cardboard, paper, and iron wire. This initiative is designed to enhance students' creativity by utilising cost-effective recycled materials.
Primary School Individual Category
Champion: Arissa Ayuni Binti Khairul Anuar
Award: Most Innovative - The little brainiac with powerful inventive ideas
School: Homeschool, Selangor
Prototype: Automatic Aquarium Air Pump without Electricity using Recycle Items
Description: The purpose of developing the aquarium using eco-friendly materials is to promote sustainability within the hobby of aquarium keeping. By opting for eco-friendly setup, awareness is heightened regarding the crucial preservation of aquatic ecosystems, while also encouraging others to adopt eco-conscious habits in both their hobbies and everyday lives.
Second Runner Up: Muhammad Fawz Ali Bin Muhammad Mohsein
Award: Most Sustainable - The gentle one who invents with earth-loving care
School: SK Bukit Lanjan, Selangor
Prototype: Lampu Tidur
Description: Inspired by the unique features of toucans, a table lamp has been innovatively crafted using eco-friendly materials to elevate room décor. This lamp operates efficiently with a power bank, ensuring both convenience and portability. With its dynamic multi-colored lighting, easily adjustable and controllable via remote, it provides a customisable ambiance to suit any mood or setting.
Third Runner Up: Thanis Premraj
Award: Most Creative - The little visionary that sparkles with imagination
School: SK Damansara Jaya 2, Selangor
Prototype: Kapal Terbang Tin
Description: The purpose of creating a creative miniature plane using eco-friendly materials for decoration is to promote sustainability, inspire creativity, provide a decorative accent, and serve as an educational tool for raising awareness about environmental issues.
Fourth Runner Up: Sarah Aliyyah Binti Zamara
Award: Most Practical - The little genius problem-solver
School: SK Bandar Utama Damansara 2, Selangor
Prototype: My Cool Bag
Description: The purpose of creating the product from used clothing contributes to environmental sustainability by diminishing waste, fostering reuse, preserving resources, enhancing awareness, and advocating for sustainable fashion practices.
Fifth Runner Up: Nur Fazliana Shahana Binti Fadlli
Award: Most Aesthetic - The little artist with ideas that colour the world with life
School: SK Damansara Jaya 2, Selangor
Prototype: Reka Bentuk 3D
Description: The eco-friendly housing concept, inspired by the film "Shaun the Sheep," is driven by a desire to promote sustainability and inspire positive change. By developing a miniature concept, the aim is to educate individuals about the importance of eco-friendly practices in housing, while also fostering innovation in sustainable design and construction methods. Ultimately, the purpose is to demonstrate the feasibility of eco-friendly housing solutions and inspire others to embrace environmentally conscious living.
Secondary School Group Category
Champion: Eco- SKRIans
Award: Most Innovative - The little brainiac with powerful inventive ideas
School: SMK Seri Kembangan, Selangor
Prototype: ECOROOF, ECOBRICK
Description: The Eco-pet House is constructed entirely from recycled materials, including used aluminium cans, cardboard, plastic bottles, and plastic bags. Its purpose is to provide shelter for stray animals without imposing a financial strain on anyone. The roof consists of aluminium cans and cardboard, while the walls are composed of plastic bottles and plastic bags repurposed as eco-bricks.
Second Runner Up: Yuriku
Award: Most Creative - The little visionary that sparkles with imagination
School: SMK Seri Kembangan, Selangor
Prototype: 2 in 1, Water Filter and Dispenser
Description: The Water Filtration Dispenser, crafted from recycled materials, is designed to furnish clean and safe drinking water to those in need, all while championing environmental sustainability. This initiative features a filtration system capable of eliminating suspended solid particles from water, yielding purified water that's fit for consumption.
Third Runner Up: Gades Andani
Award: Most Sustainable - The gentle one who invents with earth-loving care
School: Kolej Vokasional Taiping, Perak
Prototype: CoppeCo Charcoal
Description: Gades Andani's primary goal is to promote green technology in order to safeguard and preserve the environment from pollution. Specifically, their focus lies on addressing food waste by transforming coconut husks and coffee dust into charcoal, which is utilised as a burning product called “CoppeCo Charcoal”.
Fourth Runner Up: SA Stars
Award: Most Aesthetic - The little artist with ideas that colour the world with life
School: SMK Shah Alam, Selangor
Prototype: Recycled Year 2000 Sling Bag
Description: The Recycled Sling Bag promotes an eco-friendly environment by utilising upcycled denim and leather strips for handles. It also aims to inspire people, particularly teens, to create repurposed essentials, fostering sustainability and creativity. This versatile backpack is ideal for school, vacations, and daily activities, featuring multiple compartments and two rear pockets for added convenience.
Fifth Runner Up: HAN’S
Award: Most Practical - The little genius problem-solver
School: SMK Putrajaya Presint 5 (1), Putrajaya
Prototype: 3 Tier Dessert Serving Tray
Description: The goal of making a 3-tier dessert tray out of recycled materials is to combine environmental responsibility, artistic expression, and practical functionality, while also serving as a tangible example of sustainable living.
Secondary School Individual Category
Champion: Nik Aliff Najmi Bin Nik Harzuemy
Award: Most Innovative - The little brainiac with powerful inventive ideas
School: SMK Seksyen 8 Kota Damansara, Selangor
Prototype: Water Dispenser
Description: The eco-friendly Water Dispenser is created with plastic bottles and straws, aiming to foster sustainability and environmentally friendly practices in everyday life. Beyond promoting a healthy lifestyle, this project offers a do-it-yourself (DIY) concept accessible to everyone for development.
Second Runner Up: Xavier Damian anak Joseph
Award: Most Sustainable - The gentle one who invents with earth-loving care
School: Kolej Vokasional Taiping, Perak
Prototype: Wood Powder Pot
Description: Wood powder or sawdust serves as the primary recycled material in the production of Wood Powder Pot. This container can seamlessly integrate with nature and swiftly degrade in the environment, requiring minimal time to decompose, thus rendering it highly eco-friendly.
Third Runner Up: Amirul Hazim Bin Abdul Halim
Award: Most Practical - The little genius problem-solver
School: SMK Syed Mashor, Selangor
Prototype: Penyapu Plastik
Description: The development of eco-broom using plastic bottles serves as a tangible example of how innovative thinking and creative reuse can contribute to a more sustainable and environmentally conscious society.
Fourth Runner Up: Low Hui Yann
Champion: Nik Aliff Najmi Bin Nik Harzuemy
Award: Most Creative - The little visionary that sparkles with imagination
School: SMK Seri Kembangan, Selangor
Prototype: Antique Jewellery Box
Description: The development of the Antique Jewellery Box serves the purpose of offering a storage solution for small jewellery items and hair accessories, employing recycled materials such as repurposed boxes. Its core function is to facilitate neat organization, thus upholding tidiness in the designated area. Although the crafting process may appear simple, its true value lies in fostering an appreciation for the reuse of materials among students.
Fifth Runner Up: Tarani Tahnabalan
Award: Most Aesthetic - The little artist with ideas that colour the world with life
School: SMK Seksyen 8 Kota Damansara, Selangor
Prototype: ICT Eco-Friendly Village
Description: The development of eco-friendly conceptual housing with ICT elements represents a forward-thinking approach to addressing environmental challenges while simultaneously improving the quality of life for residents and fostering innovation in the housing sector.
