AIUB SDG Activity Report 2023 | SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
American International University–Bangladesh (AIUB) has demonstrated a strong commitment to Sustainable Development Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) between 2020 and 2025. This report highlights AIUB’s initiatives in renewable energy adoption, energy-efficient infrastructure, academic programs and research in clean energy, student and faculty engagements, community outreach, and policy commitments. The evidence showcases how AIUB integrates affordable and clean energy principles into campus operations, curriculum, research, and partnerships, aligning with global sustainability frameworks.
Over the 2020–2025 period, AIUB has made substantial strides in advancing SDG 7 through an integrated approach of campus greening, academic excellence, community engagement, and strategic policy commitments. In campus operations, AIUB reduced its carbon footprint by adopting solar energy and efficiency measures, setting an example as a clean and smart campus. In academia and research, AIUB educated future leaders with specialized courses on renewable energy and produced innovative solutions like solar vehicles and agricultural tools, contributing to affordable clean technology. Student and faculty initiatives flourished, from webinars to workshops, embedding a culture of sustainability and empowering the AIUB community to be ambassadors of clean energy. Through partnerships with government, industry, and international networks, AIUB extended its impact beyond campus – sharing knowledge, aiding communities, and aligning with national and global sustainability agendas. Finally, AIUB’s leadership commitments – including the Race to Zero pledge and sustainability policies – ensure that these efforts are sustained and scaled in the coming years. In sum, AIUB’s actions from 2020 to 2025 reflect a deep institutional commitment to affordable and clean energy, positioning the university as a proactive contributor to Bangladesh’s sustainable energy future and the broader global pursuit of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
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