SBC Biodiversity Day 2026: Acting locally for global impact
SBC Biodiversity Day 2026 is celebrated alongside the International Day for Biological Diversity, which takes place every year on 22nd May. This year’s theme, "Acting locally for global impact" marks a critical turning point in our journey. It focuses on taking the 23 global targets of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KMGBF) and turning them into real, tangible results right here in Sarawak.
Success in halting biodiversity loss depends on our ability to leverage the "vital tapestry of local action." At SBC, we believe that empowering our communities and showcasing local innovation is the key to shifting the needle toward a future of living in harmony with nature.
Theme: Acting locally for global impact
Date: Saturday, 23rd May 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue: Sarawak Biodiversity Centre, KM20, Jalan Puncak Borneo, 93250 Kuching, Sarawak
Experience a day of Local Action & Global Impact
Lab Explorations
Discover how our research facilities contributing to the global 2030 biodiversity targets.
Indigenous Knowledge Showcase
Celebrate the vital role of indigenous communities in protecting our shared heritage.
Interactive and Hands-on Activities
Interactive, hands-on science and biodiversity games designed to enlist and empower every visitor.
Guided Tour
Guided tour of SBC Ethnobotanic Garden and Nature Trails
Ethnobiological Research
23 May 2026, Saturday
(8.00am - 5.00pm)
Research and Development (R&D) Fun & Games
23 May 2026, Saturday,
(8.00am - 5.00pm)
Microalgae Research
- The Algae-rific Look-In
- Fastest Green Fingers
- C-Weed and Ladder
- When Small Things Move the World
- The Algae Realm: VR Expedition
Product Development
- Aroma Mist (Room Spray)
- Guess the aroma
- Fragrance in Your Hands - Aroma Bead Keychain making
- Essential Oil Extraction by Distillation Technique
Molecular Biology & Bioinformatics
- Lab Rules and Regulations Explanation
- Cell Detective: Spot the Cell!
- 96-well Plates Paintings
- Molecular Pathway Maze
- Central Dogma of Molecular Biology
Analytical Chemistry and Extraction
- Think Like a Chemist! (Kahoot game)
- Chemistry Adventure Board
- Dip, Discover & Design!
- Green Chemistry in Action: Sustainable Natural Colour Extraction
Plant Tissue Culture
- Microscopic Examination of Plant Structures
- Recycled Paper Seed Bomb
- Acclimatization of Tissue Culture Plantlets
- Growing Biodiversity Through Plant Tissue Culture
Microbiology
- Microbe Jigsaw Puzzle
- Bacterial model
- “Good vs Bad Microbes” Sorting Game
- Microbes Under Microscope (Instant Observation)
Exhibitors
-Coming Soon-
Tips for the day
Tips for the Day
Here are a few helpful tips to make your visit smooth, enjoyable, and eco-friendly:
Stay hydrated
Bring your own reusable water bottle. Water stations will be available throughout the venue.
Shuttle Service
Free rides will be provided from the Agriculture Research Centre and RCBM Hospital for your convenience.
Giveaways
Don’t miss the giveaways! Collect as many free gifts as you can throughout the day by getting hands-on with our science activities.
Be eco-conscious
Bring along your reusable eco bag for goodies and materials.
Come prepared
Bring an umbrella or raincoat, just in case of rain or hot sun.
Look, Don't Pluck
Help us protect the garden and forest. Please do not pick or damage any plants on site.
