UMW Toyota Names 15 Schools As Finalists In Eco Youth 2025

UMW Toyota Motor has announced 15 schools as finalists for the 24th edition of the Toyota Eco Youth (TEY) programme, Malaysia’s longest-running environmental education initiative that empowers students to turn green ideas into real community impact.

This year’s projects tackle issues such as food waste, e-waste, air and water pollution, and sustainable recycling practices. Each team was judged on creativity, feasibility, and long-term community benefits.

Selected from over 120 entries nationwide, the finalists include SMK Mohd Khalid from Johor, Kolej Sultan Abdul Hamid from Kedah, SMK Kubang Bemban from Kelantan, SMK Datuk Haji Mohd Nor Ahmad from Penang, and SMK Kota Kemuning from Selangor.

“These finalists represent more than just ideas on paper. They are stepping up with hands-on solutions that not only improve their schools but uplift entire communities,” said Datuk Ravindran K., President of UMW Toyota Motor.

He added, “The Toyota Eco Youth programme demonstrates the power of starting young, where students are equipped with the knowledge, skills and confidence to take on real-world environmental challenges. Kaizen inspires them to keep improving their ideas and solutions

"Genchi Genbutsu reminds them to go to the source and understand problems firsthand. And respect for people is reflected in how they collaborate, show empathy and lead within their communities.”

The Toyota Eco Youth Exhibition and Convention will take place from 27 to 28 October 2025 at Wyndham Acmar, Klang, with the prize-giving ceremony on 29 October.

Top prizes include RM30,000 for first place, RM20,000 for second, and RM10,000 for third, totalling RM77,000. 

UMW Toyota Motor has also increased its overall support to RM167,000 in cash prizes and grants, reaffirming its commitment to nurturing Malaysia’s next generation of sustainability leaders.