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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, Professor Dr. Muhammad bin Fahd Al-Sharikh, sponsored today, Wednesday, October 1, 2025, the «Geographical Conference on Saudi Environment and Protected Areas: Towards Sustainable Development,» organized by the University, represented by the College of Languages and Humanities, in partnership with the Royal Commission for the Development of Imam Turki bin Abdullah Reserve and with the participation of several entities, in the presence of His Excellency the CEO of the Commission, Eng. Muhammad bin Abdulrahman Al-Shalan, and His Excellency [...]
2025-10-01
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 “Green Qassim” initiative, launched by His Royal Highness Prince Dr. Faisal bin Mishaal bin Saud bin Abdulaziz, Governor of Qassim, concurrently with Environment Week. The university's participation includes planting more than 15 […]
2022-03-24
The university, represented by the College of Arabic Language and Social Studies, held a scientific lecture today, Tuesday, corresponding to 17/6/1441 AH, titled “Evidence of Climate Change in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia... Wadi Al-Rummah as a Model.” The lecture was presented by Professor Dr. Ahmed bin Abdullah Al-Dughairi, Professor of Geomorphology and Remote Sensing Technologies, and Head of the Geography Department at the university. More than 200 male and female students, as well as a number of university faculty members, attended. This lecture comes [...]
2020-02-11