Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP) is committed to implementing sustainable campus environmental management through policies on waste management and waste reduction, including the management of organic waste generated from various university activities. This commitment is supported by the Rector's Regulation of Universitas Negeri Padang Number 10 of 2023 concerning Environmentally Friendly Campus Management. Article 3, paragraph (2), point h, stipulates that waste management should implement the principles of Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Repair, and Reject (5R), including the utilization of valuable organic solid waste. Furthermore, Article 3, paragraph (10), addresses waste minimization through 5R programs, the conversion of waste into useful products (waste to product), and waste segregation based on its categories, including organic waste.

As part of its waste management monitoring and evaluation efforts, UNP records the quantity of organic waste, including food waste, as documented in the UI GreenMetric Questionnaire under the Waste (WS) category, indicator 3.6. According to the 2025 data, the total amount of food waste generated at UNP was recorded at 9 tons, representing a decrease from 21 tons in the previous year. Food waste accounted for a portion of the university's total organic waste generation, which reached 465 tons in 2025.

The recording of food waste quantities represents an important component of monitoring waste generation from university operational activities, including food provision and consumption across the campus environment. These data can serve as a basis for evaluating opportunities to reduce food leftovers, improving the effectiveness of organic waste management, and encouraging more responsible and sustainable consumption practices within the university community.

Through its waste management regulatory framework and the recording of food waste quantities, UNP has a foundation for further developing a more structured food waste measurement and monitoring system. Strengthening data collection according to specific sources or facilities, such as canteens, cafeterias, and other university food service facilities, would provide more detailed information to support institutional evaluation and the formulation of sustainable food waste reduction strategies.

Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP) demonstrates its commitment to addressing student food insecurity and hunger through initiatives that facilitate access to food assistance for students. This initiative aims to support students' basic food needs, particularly those experiencing financial constraints that may affect their ability to obtain adequate and nutritious meals throughout their academic activities.

Through the provision and distribution of food assistance, UNP facilitates access to essential food resources and contributes to reducing barriers that may prevent students from meeting their daily nutritional needs. The initiative serves as a form of support in preventing and alleviating student hunger while promoting equitable access to food within the university community.

Furthermore, this initiative reflects UNP's commitment to strengthening student food security, improving food accessibility, and supporting nutritional well-being. By addressing food-related challenges among students, the university contributes to creating a more inclusive and supportive academic environment, ensuring that food insecurity does not become an additional barrier to students' participation, academic engagement, and educational success.

Through these efforts, UNP recognizes access to adequate food as an essential component of student welfare and demonstrates its role in supporting students' well-being beyond academic achievement.

Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP) demonstrates its commitment to supporting the well-being of its campus community by providing accessible food facilities that facilitate access to affordable food and beverage options within the university environment. This commitment is reflected in the availability of food service facilities, including Lapau UNP and Kantin Audit UNP, which serve students, lecturers, administrative staff, and other members of the university community.

Lapau UNP provides a designated food service area where members of the campus community can access food and beverages and enjoy their meals in a convenient setting. The facility is equipped with dining tables and seating areas to support daily food consumption and provide a comfortable space for students and staff during their academic and working activities.

In addition, Kantin Audit UNP provides access to food and beverage products through the university cooperative facility. Its strategic location within the campus enables students and employees to conveniently obtain food and beverages without having to leave the university premises. The availability of these facilities supports food accessibility and provides convenient purchasing options for the campus community.

Through these facilities, UNP supports the availability, accessibility, and affordability of food choices within the campus environment. The provision of on-campus food services and cooperative retail facilities contributes to meeting the daily food needs of the university community, reducing barriers to accessing food, and supporting an inclusive campus environment.

These initiatives reflect UNP's efforts to create a supportive university environment that considers the daily nutritional needs and well-being of its community. By facilitating convenient access to food facilities within campus premises, UNP contributes to promoting food accessibility, supporting students' daily activities, and strengthening the overall well-being of the campus communit

Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP) demonstrates its commitment to supporting staff food accessibility and well-being through the provision of accessible dining facilities and prepared meals within the university environment. The university provides designated dining areas equipped with tables and seating facilities, enabling lecturers, administrative staff, and other employees to access and consume meals conveniently during working hours.

In addition, UNP facilitates the availability of ready-to-eat meals through the preparation and packaging of food in individual containers, as documented in the university's food provision facilities. These prepared meals support convenient food access and facilitate organized meal distribution, allowing food to be made available in practical portions for consumption.

These provisions contribute to improving staff food accessibility, ensuring food availability, and reducing barriers to obtaining daily meals within the university environment. By facilitating access to prepared food and providing appropriate dining spaces, UNP supports the daily food needs of its employees and contributes to a more inclusive and supportive working environment.

Through these efforts, UNP demonstrates its commitment to promoting staff food security, access to meals, employee welfare, and overall well-being, while supporting a campus environment that considers the basic nutritional and food needs of its workforce.

In 2025, Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP), through the active involvement of its academic staff and students, implemented a range of community engagement initiatives aimed at enhancing farmers’ capacities, strengthening agricultural business management, and promoting productive and sustainable agricultural systems. One of these initiatives was undertaken in collaboration with the Badunsanak Farmer Group in Nagari Asam Kamba, Pesisir Selatan Regency. The program sought to strengthen farmers’ managerial and entrepreneurial competencies through training in financial management, production and administrative recordkeeping, business planning, and marketing strategies. In addition to managerial capacity development, UNP introduced technological innovations in the form of corn husking and shelling machinery, accompanied by practical training on equipment operation and maintenance. This adoption of appropriate technology facilitated the transfer of knowledge and technological innovation to local farming communities, contributing to greater post-harvest efficiency, optimized labor utilization, and enhanced agricultural productivity and enterprise sustainability.

Another initiative was implemented through UNP’s Multidisciplinary Community Partnership Program (PMKM), which organized training on the production of FarmPro liquid organic fertilizer (LOF) for the Srikandi Farmer Group in Nagari Kunangan Parik Rantang, Sijunjung Regency. The program engaged lecturers from several academic disciplines, including Agribusiness, Agrotechnology, Animal Science, and Agroindustry, who provided technical assistance and hands-on training in the conversion of household organic waste into liquid organic fertilizer. The training covered raw material selection, fermentation processes, and fertilizer production techniques that could be independently adopted and implemented by community members. This initiative encouraged the optimization of locally available resources through a circular economy approach while introducing a more environmentally responsible alternative to conventional agricultural inputs, with the potential to reduce dependence on chemical fertilizers and lower agricultural production costs.

Collectively, these initiatives demonstrate UNP’s institutional commitment to translating multidisciplinary academic expertise, technological innovation, and university-based research into practical interventions that address the needs of local communities, particularly within the agricultural sector. Through strengthening farmers’ managerial capabilities, facilitating the adoption of appropriate technologies, and transforming organic waste into value-added agricultural inputs, UNP contributes to improving production efficiency, reinforcing the economic self-reliance of farmer groups, and optimizing the utilization of local resources. These initiatives extend beyond enhancing agricultural productivity and business competitiveness; they also support the transition towards more resilient, inclusive, and environmentally sustainable agricultural systems, thereby contributing to long-term rural development and community well-being.

In 2025, Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP) implemented a range of community engagement initiatives aimed at strengthening local economic capacity, developing regional flagship commodities, and enhancing the competitiveness of agricultural products and micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). One of these initiatives was conducted by the Anthropology Study Program, Faculty of Social Sciences, through a community empowerment program focused on community-based dragon fruit agrotourism development in Nagari Sulik Aia, Solok Regency. The activity brought together approximately 50 participants, including farmers, farmer groups, tourism awareness groups, and teachers. Through participatory discussions and expert-led presentations, community members gained insights into optimizing dragon fruit as both a strategic agricultural commodity and an attraction for agricultural tourism. The program addressed product branding, social media-based promotional strategies, and the development of collaborative partnerships among farmers, village authorities, and tourism stakeholders. This initiative was designed to facilitate knowledge transfer, strengthen cross-sectoral partnerships, and promote the sustainable development of local agricultural resources through an agrotourism-based approach.

Another initiative was implemented by the Maniezzz Team in Malalak District, Agam Regency, through the organization of a talk show, an MSME bazaar, and the official launch of the SmartCinnamon digital platform. The program engaged farmer groups, women farmer groups, local MSME entrepreneurs, and other relevant stakeholders in knowledge exchange concerning business digitalization and marketing strategies for cinnamon products. The introduction of the SmartCinnamon platform provided an enabling mechanism for the digital transformation of local agricultural enterprises, particularly by facilitating broader product promotion, improving access to digital business education, and establishing connections with prospective buyers and wider market networks. Furthermore, the initiative created an interactive platform for local producers to exchange knowledge, introduce business innovations, and enhance the visibility and competitiveness of regional agricultural products.

Collectively, these initiatives demonstrate UNP's commitment to strengthening the role of higher education institutions as agents of community empowerment through knowledge transfer, partnership development, and the application of innovations tailored to local needs. By promoting agrotourism development, strengthening product identity, and leveraging digital platforms for marketing and business development, UNP contributes to enhancing community capacities, expanding economic opportunities, and improving the competitiveness of regional flagship commodities. These efforts extend beyond supporting productive enterprises and broader market access; they also contribute to the development of an inclusive, innovative, and sustainable local economic ecosystem.

In 2025, Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP) implemented a range of community engagement initiatives aimed at promoting the adoption of appropriate technologies, strengthening the capacity of farmer groups, and enhancing productivity in the agricultural and local food-processing sectors. One of these initiatives was conducted by the Faculty of Engineering in collaboration with the Badunsanak Farmer Group in Nagari Asam Kamba, Pesisir Selatan Regency. The program focused on the development and introduction of innovative corn husking and shelling machinery to improve post-harvest processing efficiency. The technological development process utilized the Faculty of Engineering’s Fabrication Workshop, demonstrating the strategic utilization of university facilities, technical expertise, and academic innovation to develop practical technological solutions tailored to the needs of local farming communities. In addition to providing the equipment, UNP delivered practical training on machinery operation and maintenance to strengthen farmers’ technical competencies in agricultural processing. The adoption of this technology is expected to reduce reliance on manual labor, accelerate processing activities, and help preserve the quality of harvested corn.

Another initiative was implemented through a community service program targeting the Mandiri Sejahtera Women Farmers Group in Nagari Lingkuang Aua Bandarajo, West Pasaman Regency. The program facilitated access to appropriate technologies to support organic farming activities and the development of local food-processing enterprises. The equipment provided included composters, seedling trays, and polybags to support agricultural cultivation, as well as food-processing machinery such as an electric onion slicer and an oil-draining machine. Beyond the provision of production equipment, the initiative incorporated capacity-building activities covering organic farming practices, hygienic food processing, business management, and digital marketing. This integrated approach, combining technological assistance with human resource development, was designed to strengthen production competencies, optimize the utilization of locally available resources, and enhance the added value and competitiveness of community-based products.

Collectively, these initiatives demonstrate UNP’s institutional commitment to translating technological development, academic expertise, and university-based innovation into practical interventions that address community needs. Through the utilization of institutional facilities, the introduction of appropriate technologies, the provision of production equipment, and the enhancement of community members’ technical and managerial competencies, UNP contributes to improving production efficiency, strengthening the self-reliance of farmer groups, and promoting economic diversification based on local resources. These efforts not only support agricultural productivity and food-processing development but also contribute to the long-term sustainability of community enterprises through technological adoption, resource optimization, and more efficient and sustainable production practices.

Universitas Negeri Padang (UNP) supports the local food economy by promoting the use of locally sourced food products and strengthening collaboration with local producers and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Through its institutional initiatives, UNP encourages the utilization of regional agricultural and food resources while supporting the development of local food-based businesses.

In 2025, UNP implemented community engagement programmes in Mentawai, including initiatives to strengthen local SMEs through training in food processing and culinary product development. These activities promoted the use of locally available food resources, such as sago, taro, and bananas, to create products with greater economic value. UNP also supported local culinary enterprises in improving food quality, nutritional value, hygiene, and product competitiveness.

In addition to these initiatives, UNP provides an institutional procurement platform through UNPMALL, which facilitates access for suppliers to offer their products and services to university units. These initiatives demonstrate the university's commitment to supporting local economic participation and strengthening regional food supply chains.

Where supported by procurement records, UNP's prioritization of local food suppliers further contributes to strengthening local producers, expanding market access for community-based businesses, and promoting a more sustainable regional food economy.