Sustainability & SDG Annual Report – 2024 | Knowledge University Campus
Knowledge University continues to strengthen its environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices and align its operations with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This report summarises our key sustainability actions and achievements during the year 2024.
1) Environmental Sustainability Actions (2024)
| Initiative | Status |
|---|---|
| Waste Measurement Policy implemented (whole university) | In place 2024 |
| Monthly monitoring of recycled vs landfill waste | Active |
| Plastic Waste Reduction Policy | Approved 2024 |
| Disposable Materials Reduction Policy | Approved 2024 |
| Sustainable construction standards (new buildings) | In place 2024 |
| Campus awareness campaigns on recycling | Conducted 2024 |
2) Waste Performance (2024)
| Category | Amount (metric tons) |
|---|---|
| Total waste generated | ~420 mt |
| Recycled waste | ~126 mt |
| Waste to landfill | ~294 mt |
Recycling rate 2024 = 30%
3) Sustainable Operations & Procurement (2024)
- Ethical Sourcing Policy (food & supplies)
- Sustainability requirements applied to outsourced vendors
- Supplier evaluation includes quality, sustainability and safe sourcing
- Procurement transparency in all purchasing departments
4) Community & SDG Engagement (2024)
- Cultural heritage events open to public
- Art exhibitions and public access activities held on campus
- Health awareness activities in public parks (World Earth Day)
- Public access to Knowledge E-Library categories online
5) Commitment Statement
Knowledge University continues to prioritise responsible consumption, waste reduction, cultural support activities, and sustainable campus expansion. Our sustainability policies were reviewed and strengthened during 2024 in alignment with SDG 11 and SDG 12.
Knowledge University – Erbil, Kurdistan Region
Year of Publication: 2024