Established in 1974, EPSM has a rich history of shaping youth environmental leaders in the country. It is known for its impactful voice in environmental protection, especially in speaking up to government agencies and lending voice to public causes through mass media and digital media. The organization holds various events and collaborations with organizations to raise awareness on environmental protection in the country. The EPSM website also hosts a localized ecological footprint calculator, which analyzes and scores the ecological footprint of an individual or a household. This was part of its ongoing effort to raise awareness and educate the public on environmental protection, sustainable development, urban environment, urban government and climate change.