38,253
tons CO₂e
WHAT IS A CARBON FOOTPRINT?
The Invisible Mark
The Invisible Mark
We Leave on Our Planet
Every action we take—from turning on a light bulb to driving to campus, from printing a document to powering our servers—leaves an invisible mark on the Earth. This mark is called a carbon footprint .
Simply put, your carbon footprint is the total amount of greenhouse gases (primarily carbon dioxide and methane) released into the atmosphere as a result of your daily activities. It is measured in tonnes of CO₂ equivalent (tCO₂e) and represents the environmental cost of how we live, work, learn, and move.
Think of it as the "weight" of your impact on climate change— the heavier it is, the harder we press on our planet's fragile ecosystems.
AASTMT Carbon Footprint 2025 Report
Across Abu Qir, Misr El-Gedida, Smart Village and South Valley campuses, the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport measured every source of its emissions including energy, transport, water, waste and travel, following the GHG Protocol and ISO 14064-1.
Four campuses, one voyage
Emissions were measured along a north–south line, from the Mediterranean coast at Abu Qir, through the capital at Cairo, down to South Valley near Aswan, each campus with its own energy mix, commute patterns, and fleet.
Under the direction of the President of AASTMT, a dedicated multidisciplinary committee was established under the coordination of the Research and Innovation Center to lead and coordinate the assessment of the Academy’s Carbon Footprint.
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Our Commitment to a Sustainable Future
Climate Change: The Defining Challenge of Our Time
Climate change is not a distant threat
As the Arab region faces heightened vulnerability to climate-related risks, AASTMT recognizes its duty to act. We are not merely observers; we are agents of change.
Our Responsibility: Leading by Example
More Than Words—Tangible Action
At AASTMT we translate vision into measurable impact by embedding environmental responsibility, social accountability, and economic efficiency into everything we do.
Prof. Ismail Abdel Ghafar Ismail Farag
President of Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport
AASTMT 2025
Emissions by Scope
Looking at emissions by type rather than by campus, indirect Scope 3 sources, commuting, business travel, purchased goods, water and waste, make up nearly two-thirds of AASTMT's footprint.
01
Fuel burned on-site — stationary combustion, campus vehicle fleets, and fugitive refrigerant leaks. Abu Qir's large fleet is the leading contributor.
02
Purchased Energy — grid electricity for buildings, HVAC and equipment. Smart Village's reliance on outsourced cooling is the leading contributor.
03
Value Chain — commuting, air travel, purchased goods and services, water, and waste. The single largest category institution-wide.
2,855
tons CO₂e
Stationary and mobile combustion, fugitive emissions
10,440
tons CO₂e
Purchased Energy
24,958
tons CO₂e
Indirect emissions from purchased goods and services
Emissions by Campus
Across the four campuses, Abu Qir accounts for the largest share of AASTMT's total footprint, followed by Misr El-Gedida, Smart Village, and South Valley.
17,598
tons CO₂e
Abu Qir (46.2%)
10,427
tons CO₂e
Misr El-Gedida (27.2%)
8,164
tons CO₂e
Smart Village (21.3%)
2,064
tons CO₂e
South Valley (5.4%)
AASTMT's Roadmap to Climate Action
Looking Ahead, Planned Actions
1. Expand Solar Power
• Run campus-specific PV feasibility studies at Abu Qir, Misr El-Gedida and Smart Village.
• Prioritize integration with existing grid infrastructure.
3. Cut Food and Waste Emissions
• Compost food scraps and recycle greywater for landscaping.
• Reduce food waste and phase out single-use plastics.
2. Green Our Commute
• Introduce electric or hybrid shuttle buses.
Ten Ways to Cut Our Carbon Footprint
Every Student and Staff Member
Every switch turned off, every ride shared, every habit changed — multiplied across four campuses, thousands of times a day. That's real impact. Here's where to start.
Walk or cycle to campus
when it's a practical option
Conserve water
and report leaks as soon as you spot them
Take AASTMT shuttle bus
or carpool instead of driving alone
Reduce food waste
in campus cafeterias and dining halls
Support composting and recycling points
as they're introduced on your campus
Turn off lights
and unplug electronics and equipment when not in use
Set HVAC to a moderate temperature
and keep doors closed while cooling is running
Print double-sided
or switch to digital documents where you can
Carry a reusable bottle
or container and skip single-use plastics
Get involved
join or start a sustainability initiative at your campus