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13. Climate Action

13.1 Research on climate action 13.1.1 Climate Action: CiteScore 13.1.2 Climate Action: FWCI 13.1.3 Climate Action: publications 13.2 Low-carbon energy use 13.2.1 Low-carbon energy tracking 13.3 Environmental education measures 13.3.1 Local education programmes on climate 13.3.2 Climate Action Plan, shared 13.3.3 Co-operative planning for climate change disasters 13.3.4 Inform and support government 13.3.5 Environmental education collaborate with NGO 13.4 Commitment to carbon neutral university 13.4.2 Carbon Neutral Roadmap and Studies 13.5 Roadmap and Beyond 13.5.1 Targets 13.5.2 Planned Work
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13. Climate Action

13.4.2 Carbon Neutral Roadmap and Studies

The roadmap developed by IGU to achieve carbon neutrality includes short-, medium-, and long-term goals. The work conducted in 2024 laid the groundwork for future steps:

1. Energy Efficiency and Saving Measures
 

  • The transition to energy-efficient LED lighting systems has been accelerated throughout the campus.
  • Automatic sensor-based control mechanisms have been introduced for heating, cooling, and ventilation systems.
  • Laboratories and offices have shifted to energy-efficient equipment.
  • Energy-saving training has been provided for students and staff.

2.Renewable Energy Investments

  • Technical and financial feasibility reports have been prepared for the installation of solar panels in 2024.
  • Project development has begun for rooftop solar energy systems and small-scale wind energy solutions.
  • In the long term, the goal is to provide a significant portion of the campus's electricity needs from renewable sources.

3.Carbon Reduction in Transportation

  • Negotiations have been conducted with suppliers to replace campus shuttles with electric vehicles.
  • Infrastructure improvements have been planned to increase bicycle use.
  • Campaigns have been launched to encourage car sharing and public transportation.

4.Carbon Footprint Monitoring and Reporting

  • Data collection infrastructure for annual greenhouse gas emissions reporting has been strengthened.
  • Emissions from sources such as energy consumption, transportation, and waste management have been regularly measured and integrated into the reporting system.

5.Compensation and Carbon Offset Programs

  • Collaborations have been developed with local municipalities and civil society organizations for afforestation projects.
  • Feasibility studies have been conducted on carbon offset certificates and participation in voluntary carbon markets.

IGU's roadmap to carbon neutrality aims not only to reduce the environmental impact of university operations but also to foster a climate-friendly culture among students, faculty, and stakeholders. The university plans to achieve its carbon-neutral campus vision through renewable energy projects, energy-saving practices, and carbon offsetting activities to be implemented in 2024 and beyond.

In addition, IGU presents the data and developments obtained within the scope of these studies to the public through the SDG 7: Accessible and Clean Energy reports it publishes every year.