IQAC Sustainability
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Sustainability
About Sustainability Development Goals Cell
🌱 Commitment to Sustainability
- SRHU integrates sustainability across Operations, Academics, and Community Outreach, aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Regular Environmental Audits and Carbon Audits guide efforts to minimize direct and indirect emissions.
⚡ Clean Energy & Energy Efficiency
- Operates a 1,500 KW rooftop solar power plant and a biogas system converting organic waste into energy.
- Implements LED lighting, smart HVAC systems, BLDC fans, and BEE star-rated air conditioners.
- Significantly reduces dependence on fossil fuels and overall energy consumption.
💧 Water Conservation & Wastewater Management
- Rainwater harvesting systems capture millions of litres annually, replenishing groundwater.
- 1 MLD STP and 90 KLD ETP recycle wastewater for irrigation and non-potable use.
- Protects freshwater resources and promotes sustainable water management.
🌳 Green Campus & Biodiversity
- Home to over 5,000 trees supporting biodiversity and natural habitats.
- Tree plantation drives and microhabitats enhance ecological balance.
- Plastic-free campus encouraging waste segregation, recycling, and reuse.
🚜 Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Development
- Over 5,000 farmers trained in organic farming and water-efficient irrigation.
- Improves productivity, sustainability, and rural livelihoods.
🎓 Education, Research & Community Outreach
- Programs emphasize renewable energy, conservation, and waste management.
- Initiatives address water scarcity, sanitation, and disaster preparedness.
- Collaboration with National Jal Jeevan Mission trained thousands.
🌍 Impact & Vision
- Holistic sustainability—green infrastructure, innovation, empowerment.
- Promotes responsibility and inspires collective action for a green future.
The Sustainability Cell at Swami Rama Himalayan University serves as the nodal unit to plan, coordinate, and oversee all sustainability-related initiatives across the campus. Its primary role is to integrate environmental considerations into University policies, strategies, and operations while ensuring the effective implementation of green initiatives. The Cell works actively on energy efficiency, water
conservation, waste management, biodiversity preservation, and sustainable healthcare practices within
the campus. It organizes training programs, workshops, and awareness campaigns for students, faculty,
and staff to build capacities and foster a culture of responsibility. The Cell also promotes research and
innovation in areas such as environment, renewable energy, water, climate change adaptation, and
sustainable development. By engaging students in green projects, clubs, and community outreach
activities, it ensures their active participation in sustainability efforts. Furthermore, it builds
collaborations with government agencies, NGOs, industries, and international institutions, thereby
strengthening the University’s contribution at local, regional, and global levels. Through community
outreach, the Cell promotes environmental education, water conservation, and sanitation in rural &
urban areas. Finally, it regularly monitors and reports on the University’s carbon footprint, resource
utilization, and ecological performance, thereby guiding the institution towards a sustainable future.
To foster a sustainable and resilient University ecosystem that harmonizes education, research, and
community engagement with environmental stewardship, ensuring that SRHU emerges as a leader in
advancing sustainable development for the Himalayan region and beyond.
The mission of the Sustainability Cell is to embed sustainability into every dimension of SRHU’s functioning—academics, research, campus operations, and community outreach. It seeks to promote resource efficiency, renewable energy adoption, waste reduction, biodiversity conservation adopting net zero concept, circular economy, environmental & social governance system thereby fostering a culture of environmental responsibility among students, faculty, and staff. By advancing cutting-edge research, supporting student-led green initiatives, and building strong collaborations with government, industry, NGOs, and international institutions, the Cell aims to develop scalable models and innovative practices that benefit both the Himalayan region and the global community.
The Sustainability Cell aims to embed sustainability as a core principle in the University’s academic, research, operational, and community development endeavors. Its objectives are to integrate environmentally responsible practices into institutional policies and campus operations; promote judicious use of natural resources through energy efficiency, water conservation, waste reduction, and biodiversity preservation; and foster a culture of sustainability among students, faculty, and staff through continuous awareness and capacity-building initiatives. interdisciplinary research and innovation in areas such as renewable energy, climate resilience,
sustainable healthcare, and circular economy models. It seeks to nurture student leadership by
encouraging participation in green projects, eco-clubs, and entrepreneurial ventures aligned with
sustainability. By establishing strong collaborations with government agencies, industry, civil society
organizations, and international institutions, the Cell strives to position SRHU as a knowledge hub and
resource center for sustainable development in the Himalayan region. Furthermore, it endeavors to
extend sustainable practices and environmental education to communities, thereby enhancing rural resilience and well-being. A robust monitoring and reporting mechanism ensure continuous evaluation,
accountability, and measurable progress towards the University’s sustainability goals.
The Sustainability Cell serves as the cornerstone of SRHU’s commitment to sustainable development. Its importance lies in guiding the University towards alignment with the global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by integrating education, research, innovation, and community engagement with environmental responsibility. The Cell not only works to make the campus energy-efficient, water sensitive, waste-conscious, and eco-friendly, but also cultivates a culture of sustainability among students, faculty, and staff, inspiring them to adopt sustainable practices in their personal and professional lives. sustainable healthcare, and circular economy models. It seeks to nurture student leadership by
encouraging participation in green projects, eco-clubs, and entrepreneurial ventures aligned with
sustainability. By establishing strong collaborations with government agencies, industry, civil society
organizations, and international institutions, the Cell strives to position SRHU as a knowledge hub and
resource center for sustainable development in the Himalayan region. Furthermore, it endeavors to
extend sustainable practices and environmental education to communities, thereby enhancing rural
resilience and well-being. A robust monitoring and reporting mechanism ensure continuous evaluation,
accountability, and measurable progress towards the University’s sustainability goals. Beyond the campus, the Cell plays a vital role in bringing positive change to surrounding rural
communities by promoting water conservation, sanitation, environmental education, and livelihood
enhancement. It fosters interdisciplinary research on climate change, renewable energy, biodiversity
conservation, and sustainable healthcare, offering practical solutions to pressing environmental
challenges. By establishing strong partnerships with national and international organizations, industries,
and government bodies, the Cell positions SRHU as a recognized knowledge hub and resource institution
for sustainability in the Himalayan region and beyond. Ultimately, the Sustainability Cell is pivotal in
reducing the University’s ecological footprint, ensuring environmental stewardship, and contributing to
a resilient and sustainable future at local, regional, and global levels.
SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being
SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
SDG 16: Peace Justice and Strong Institutions
Core Areas
Energy Conservation
• 2.5 MW rooftop on grid solar power plant
• 50,000 LPD solar water heating system
• Energy Efficient appliances (BLDC fans, LED lights etc)
• Energy Efficient Diesel Generator sets
• BEE star-rated AC package units using eco-friendly refrigerant R-407
• HVAC system
• 150 KL rooftop rainwater harvesting
• 16 Recharge pits & 2 Borewell recharge with media filtration
• 250 waterless urinals
• Sand Bottle in Cisterns
• Reuse of treated water from STP/ ETP
• Condensed water of AC units
• Social Behavioural Change Communication
• Community Outreach Program
• Sewage Treatment Plant of 1 MLD & 90KLD Effluent Treatment Plant
• Plastic bank
• E- waste store, Paper recycling unit & Composting units
• Safe disposal of Hazardous & Bio-medical waste
• Sludge generated from STP utilized in green belt
• Biogas plant
• Electric vehicles
• 50 MyByk app-based bicycles
• Pedestrian-friendly pathways
• Plantation & Biodiversity
• Motion Sensor Lights
• Energy Efficient Desktop Computers
• Heat reflective glasses
• Certified for ISO 14001 and 50001 and Green Audits
• Carbon Audits
• Plantation & Green Campus
• Green belt of 1,60,800 sq.m,
• 6,000 trees of diverse varieties.
• Awareness Campaign
Initiatives & Activities
