AIUB SDG Activity Report 2023 | SDG 15: Life On Land
American International University–Bangladesh (AIUB) is actively engaged in promoting Sustainable Development Goal 15 (Life on Land) by supporting the conservation and sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems. The university integrates environmental stewardship into its operations, academics, and community outreach, demonstrating a strong commitment to preserving biodiversity and fostering sustainable land use. This report outlines AIUB’s key initiatives and policies aligned with SDG 15, including campus tree-planting drives, relevant research and academic programs, sustainable campus landscaping practices, community partnerships for conservation, and institutional policies guiding environmental sustainability.
AIUB’s multifaceted efforts towards SDG 15: Life on Land demonstrate a profound institutional commitment to preserving terrestrial ecosystems and promoting sustainable land use. From hands-on tree-planting drives that involve students and local communities, to pioneering research in sustainable agriculture and wildlife conservation, the university actively contributes to protecting biodiversity and improving environmental management practices. AIUB’s campus itself embodies green principles, integrating native species and green spaces to create a living model of sustainability. Through outreach and partnerships, the university amplifies its impact, working with schools, NGOs, government bodies, and global networks to advance conservation initiatives beyond its own grounds. Importantly, all these endeavors are reinforced by AIUB’s strategic policies and governance that prioritize environmental sustainability and ethical stewardship of resources. American International University–Bangladesh’s holistic approach to SDG 15 – encompassing education, research, operations, and community engagement – clearly underlines its role as a leader in fostering a sustainable relationship between people and the land. This comprehensive commitment not only enhances AIUB’s standing in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings but, more significantly, contributes to the greener and more sustainable future that SDG 15 envisions for our planet’s terrestrial life.
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