Prof. Rajasekhar Balasubramanian (Bala) delivered an insightful faculty distinguished talk on 5 November 2025 at the Faculty of Science and Technology, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable energy and environmental practices amid climate change and resource depletion. He provided a comprehensive overview of global energy challenges, emphasizing the limitations of fossil fuels and the critical role of renewables, energy efficiency, and circular economy approaches. Prof. Bala stressed the importance of integrating clean technologies with equitable policy frameworks to ensure a just transition. His discussion on bioenergy and biorefinery solutions offered practical pathways toward sustainability. The talk also addressed environmental impacts such as pollution and ecosystem disruption, advocating for multidisciplinary strategies. With clarity and authority, Prof. Bala inspired the audience to think holistically about resilience, equity, and long-term planetary health.
Rajasekhar Balasubramanian (Bala)教授在澳門大學科技學院發表了題為「能源與環境可持續性：邁向韌性未來之路」的傑出講座，深入探討了在氣候變化與資源枯竭背景下推動可持續能源與環境實踐的迫切性。他全面概述了全球能源挑戰，強調化石燃料的局限性，以及可再生能源、能效提升和循環經濟模式的關鍵作用。Bala教授指出，必須將清潔技術與公平的政策框架相結合，以實現公正轉型。他關於生物能源與生物精煉解決方案的討論，為可持續發展提供了切實可行的路徑。講座還涉及污染與生態系統破壞等環境影響，倡導採取跨學科策略。Bala教授以清晰而權威的講述，激勵聽眾從整體視角思考韌性、公平與地球長期健康。
