AIUB SDG Activity Report 2023 | SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production

Through a comprehensive approach spanning campus operations, academic programs, community engagement, and strategic partnerships, American International University–Bangladesh demonstrates a strong commitment to SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production. Between 2020 and 2025, AIUB has made measurable strides in reducing its environmental footprint – cutting energy use and waste, eliminating disposable plastics, and embedding sustainable procurement into policy. Concurrently, it has educated and empowered its students and faculty to be sustainability champions, integrating green courses and research opportunities that tackle real-world resource challenges. Student-driven initiatives, from zero-waste design contests to campus-wide awareness rallies, have fostered a new generation of environmentally conscious leaders. Finally, by partnering with industry innovators, government bodies, NGOs, and global networks, AIUB magnifies its impact – bringing cutting-edge solutions and community-oriented programs to the forefront of sustainable development. AIUB’s efforts during 2020–2025 illustrate a holistic, evidence-based model of how a higher education institution can align with SDG 12, champion responsible consumption and production, and contribute meaningfully to a more sustainable future.

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