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Commitment to carbon neutral university
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Commitment to carbon neutral university
Strategic link to the Sustainable Development Goals
Qassim University places strategic importance on integrating all United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including Goal 13 (Climate Action), into its curricula and operational processes.
Adherence to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions measurement methodology
The university's research focuses on carbon reduction strategies and supports the goals of the Saudi Green Initiative, which refers to the application of international standards such as the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol).
Commitment to renewable energy
Qassim University, in partnership with the Saudi Energy Efficiency Program (Tarsheed), has launched a major solar photovoltaic (PV) project to convert the university's operations to clean energy. This project represents a pivotal step in the university's strategy to achieve its renewable energy goals and significantly reduce its operational greenhouse gas emissions, underscoring its clear commitment to becoming a carbon-neutral institution.
Completion of the Sustainable Sanctuary Project
ALITCO's announcement of the completion of the sustainability project at Qassim University confirms significant progress towards the university's environmental goals. This milestone has strengthened the infrastructure for energy efficiency and sustainable resource management and is a tangible demonstration of the university's commitment to achieving its long-term goal of carbon neutrality.
Goal-related news
His Excellency the President of the University, Prof. Dr. Mohammed bin Fahd Al-Sharekh, sponsored today, Wednesday, October 1, 2025, the "Geographical Conference on the Environment and Saudi Protected Areas: Towards Sustainable Development", which was organized by the University, represented by the College of Languages and Humanities, in partnership with the Imam Turki bin Abdullah Royal Reserve Development Authority and with the participation of several entities, in the presence of His Excellency the CEO of the Authority, Engineer Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Shaalan, and His Excellency [...]
2025-10-01
On Wednesday, 20/8/1443 A.H., the University, represented by the Deanship of Student Affairs, in cooperation with the General Administration of Maintenance at the University, launched its participation in the ninth phase of the "Qassim Green Earth" initiative, launched by His Royal Highness Prince Dr. Faisal bin Meshal bin Saud bin Abdulaziz, Emir of Qassim, in conjunction with the Environment Week, which includes planting more than 15 [...]
2022-03-24
The University, represented by the College of Arabic Language and Social Studies, held a scientific lecture on Tuesday, 6/17/1441 AH, entitled "Evidence of Climate Change in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Dr. Ahmed bin Abdullah Al-Dughairi, Professor of Geomorphology and Remote Sensing Technologies, Head of the Department of Geography at the university, presented the lecture, which was attended by more than 200 male and female students and a number of faculty members at the university. The [...]
2020-02-11