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CURRICULUM VITAE

DR. RAZUANA BINTI RAHIM
DR. RAZUANA BINTI RAHIM
Foundation Lecturer
Office of The Executive Director
University Malaya's Centre for Continuing Education (umcced)

BIOGRAPHY


Ir. Ts. Dr. Razuana Rahim is a Professional Engineer (Ir.) and Professional Technologist (Ts.) with extensive expertise in sustainable manufacturing, cleaner production, carbon footprint assessment, decarbonisation, circular economy, and environmental management. She actively engaged in academia, research, industrial consultancy, and professional development.

Her research is centred on advancing sustainability through innovative engineering solutions that enhance environmental performance and resource efficiency across manufacturing industries. Her research interests include carbon hotspot assessment, greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting, cleaner production, life cycle thinking, circular economy implementation, industrial symbiosis, and environmental sustainability. She also has a growing interest in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices, digital technologies for sustainability assessment, and sustainability reporting.

In addition to her academic and research contributions, Ir. Ts. Dr. Razuana is actively involved in the engineering profession through the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM), where she serves as a Committee Member. She also contributes to professional development programmes aimed at enhancing the competencies and promoting the lifelong learning of engineers in Malaysia. Her professional engagement reflects her commitment to advancing the engineering profession and supporting the continuous development of engineering talent at the national level.

Beyond research, Ir. Ts. Dr. Razuana is committed to bridging academia and industry by integrating practical engineering knowledge into teaching, consultancy, and collaborative research. She actively promotes industry-oriented learning and multidisciplinary collaboration to equip graduates with the technical competencies, analytical skills, and sustainability mindset needed to address contemporary engineering and environmental challenges.

As both a Professional Engineer and Professional Technologist, she aspires to contribute to the advancement of sustainable engineering practices, innovation, and national capacity building through impactful research, knowledge transfer, strategic industry engagement, and professional leadership.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION


  • PHD, ENGINEERING (HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT), ((HEALTH, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT))
    Universiti Malaya (UM)
  • M.ENG (SAFETY, HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT), (SAFETY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT)
    Universiti Malaya (UM)
  • B.ENG (CHEMICAL), (KIMIA)
    Universiti Malaya (UM)

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES


  • FELO INTEGRITI UNIVERSITI MALAYA
    01 Feb 2022 - 31 Jan 2025 (University Malaya)

PUBLICATIONS


Article in Journal
  1. Rahim, R., Abdul Raman, A. A., Raja Ehsan Shah, R. S. S., & Chiong, K. S. (2020). A Methodology for Identifying Cleaner Production Options to Reduce Carbon Emission in the Manufacturing Industry. Research Communication in Engineering Science & Technology, 4, 24-37.
  2. Sulaiman, S., Pauzi, S.N., Rahim, R., Othman, M., Jan, H.A., Mel, M. (2019). Heat-treated CNC/PVA composite from natural fibre for wax removal of batik wastewater treatment. Journal of Advanced Research in Fluid Mechanics and Thermal Sciences, 64(2), 354-362.
  3. Rahim, R. & Raman, A.A.A. (2017). Carbon Dioxide Emission Reduction Through Cleaner Production Strategies in a Recycled Plastic Resins Producing Plant. Journal of Cleaner Production, 141, 1067-1073.
  4. Rahim, R. & Raman, A.A.A. (2015). Cleaner Production Implementation in a Fruit Juice Production Plant. Journal of Cleaner Production, 101, 215-221.
Books
  1. Raja Shazrin Shah Raja Ehsan Shah, Abdul Aziz Abdul Raman, Razuana Rahim & Chiong K.S. 2014. Guidelines for Green Industry Auditor. Putrajaya: Unit Industri Hijau, Jabatan Alam Sekitar Malaysia.

CONSULTANCY PROJECT


  • ISO 14067 (product carbon footprint) Certification for biofuel production plant, Sage Promaster Sdn. Bhd., Consultant
    01 Apr 2020 - 01 Apr 2020 (National)
  • Third Party Review (Engineering Review for US EPA) for Vance Bioenergy Sdn. Bhd., Vance Bioenergy Sdn. Bhd., Consultant
    01 Apr 2018 - 01 Apr 2018 (National)
  • Carbon Emission Certification for the Management and Recovery of Industrial (Scheduled) Waste Generated by Malaysian Industries, Sage Promaster Sdn. Bhd., Consultant
    01 Apr 2016 - 01 Apr 2017 (National)
  • Training Programme for Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) Towards Developing a Demonstration Premise for Green Industry by Department of Environment Malaysia, Jabatan Alam Sekitar, Malaysia, Others
    01 Apr 2010 - 01 Apr 2016 (National)
  • Cleaner Production Audit Competency Training (Level 2) for Officers of Department of Environment, Malaysia, Jabatan Alam Sekitar, Malaysia, Others
    01 Apr 2010 - 01 Apr 2016 (National)
  • Capacity Building Programme for Department of Environment Officer and External Auditors for Small and Medium Enterprises (SME), Jabatan Alam Sekitar, Malaysia, Others
    01 Apr 2010 - 01 Apr 2016 (National)
  • Program Latihan Bagi Program Amalan Industri Hijau kepada Perusahaan Kecil dan Sederhana Ke arah Pembangunan Premis Demonstrasi Amalan Industri Hijau di Negeri Selangor & WP Kuala Kumpur, Jabatan Alam Sekitar, Malaysia, Consultant
    01 Apr 2015 - 01 Apr 2015 (National)
  • River of Life: Program Latihan Penguatkuasaan Pelaksanaan Amalan Industri Hijau kepada Pegawai Jabatan Alam Sekitar, Jabatan Alam Sekitar, Malaysia, Consultant
    01 Apr 2015 - 01 Apr 2015 (National)
  • Pembangunan Model dan Alat Bantuan Mengajar dan Latihan Pengendalian Kepada Pegawai Jabatan Alam Sekitar, Jabatan Alam Sekitar, Malaysia, Consultant
    01 Apr 2015 - 01 Apr 2015 (National)
  • Development of Guidelines for Green Industry Implementation for Malaysian SMEs, Jabatan Alam Sekitar, Malaysia, Consultant
    01 Apr 2014 - 01 Apr 2014 (National)
  • Development of electronic Cleaner Production Audit Form, Jabatan Alam Sekitar, Malaysia, Consultant
    01 Apr 2013 - 01 Apr 2013 (National)
  • Development of Curriculum and Question Bank for Professional Competency Examination (PCE) Programme for Environmental Engineering Discipline, Lembaga Jurutera Malaysia, Consultant
    01 Apr 2013 - 01 Apr 2013 (National)
  • Development of Guidelines for Green Industry Award for Small and Medium Industries, Jabatan Alam Sekitar, Malaysia, Consultant
    01 Apr 2012 - 01 Apr 2012 (National)
  • Development of Guidelines for Cleaner Production Tips for Small and Medium Industries, Jabatan Alam Sekitar, Malaysia, Consultant
    01 Apr 2011 - 01 Apr 2011 (National)
  • Projek Pelaksanaan Konsep Integrasi Pengeluaran Bersih Di Premis Pembuatan Batik, Jabatan Alam Sekitar, Malaysia, Researcher
    01 Apr 2009 - 01 Apr 2011 (National)
  • Perkhidmatan Demonstrasi Pelaksanaan Cleaner Production Melalui Cleaner Production Virtual Centre (CPVC), Jabatan Alam Sekitar, Malaysia, Researcher
    01 Apr 2009 - 01 Apr 2010 (National)
  • Development of Application System for Evaluation and Implementation of CP Tool, Jabatan Alam Sekitar, Malaysia, Researcher
    01 Apr 2007 - 01 Apr 2009 (National)

ACADEMIC/ PROF. SERVICES


Mentoring
  1. (2021) Final Year Project Co-supervisor - Department of Biotechnology Engineering Kulliyyah of Engineering, IIUM, National, (Mentor)