Polibatam PBL Expo 2026 Brings Environmental Education and Plastic Upcycling to the Forefront

BATAM — Politeknik Negeri Batam (Polibatam) not only used The 6th International PBL Expo 2026, held from August 31 to September 2, 2026, as a platform for student innovation, but also as part of its commitment to supporting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Sustainability values were integrated into the event to reinforce Polibatam’s commitment to vocational education that is not only focused on technology and industry, but also on environmental awareness and long-term impact.

This commitment was reflected in the talk show “Sustainability: Strategies and Opportunities” held on the first day of the event. Polibatam also organized an Upcycling Plastic Waste Workshop in two sessions on the second and third days. Through the workshop, participants learned how to transform plastic waste into useful products by applying circular economy principles and promoting the sustainable reuse of materials.

Sustainability was also embedded in the 12 competition categories of PBL Expo 2026. Categories such as Appropriate Technology and Manufacturing Fabrication featured student projects offering practical technologies and environmentally friendly solutions for communities and micro, small, and medium enterprises. Through the Project-Based Learning (PBL) approach, students were encouraged to develop innovations that are not only functional, but also responsive to environmental challenges and user needs.

Public enthusiasm for the three-day event was also significant. PBL Expo 2026 recorded 3,178 on-site visitors from industry, business and industry partners, government institutions, students, and the general public. In the digital space, the event generated 331,489 livestream views, 408 official channel members, and 1,961 social media interactions.

Director of Politeknik Negeri Batam, Bambang Hendrawan, emphasized that collaboration between education and industry is an important foundation for the future of vocational education. He highlighted that such synergy is not only important for strengthening skills and innovation, but also for encouraging the development of sustainable solutions that benefit both society and the environment.

By integrating PBL-based innovation competitions, sustainability education, and practical waste management activities, Polibatam continues to encourage the development of vocational graduates who are adaptable to technological and industrial changes while remaining environmentally conscious. PBL Expo 2026 demonstrates how innovation, collaboration, and sustainability can move forward together in shaping the future of vocational education.

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