Project: Carbon Footprint Estimation and Reduction in the AASTMT Campus Towards developing a Model for Promoting Sustainable Development Goals (Green Campus)
Abstract
Egypt is expected to face serious problems due to climate change if effective adaptation methods are not applied. The carbon footprint (total amount of greenhouse gases produced to directly and indirectly support human activities) measurements are needed for any adaptation strategy. Thus, the research team aims to estimate Carbon Footprint (CFP) in the Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) Campuses in Alexandria and Aswan together with identifying the stressors. Alexandria and Aswan campuses were selected among the other AASTMT due to the geographical location and highly human activities. The methodologies for carbon footprint calculations are still evolving, but there is little coherence in definitions and calculations of carbon CFP among the studies. Thus, the research team will develop an accurate model to estimate CFP for the studied AASTMT campuses. The used methodology will separate the emissions into three scopes: 1) direct, 2) indirect, and 3) other indirect emissions. The carbon footprint of AASTMT Alexandria and Aswan campuses product will be verified by external reviewers. In general, CFP balance to the ASSAMT studied campuses will be performed from 2018 to 2021 to characterise the impact of the digital transformation after Covid-19 on the carbon footprint. Based on this background and in recognition of the environmental responsibilities for AASTMT, it is therefore pertinent to have an accurate estimation of CFP in order to support AASTMT policymakers to draw a climatic policy to : 1. be an eco-friendly body through reducing CO2 emissions. 2. Increase stakeholder’s awareness towards environmental issues . 3. manage climate risks more effectively . 4. achieve AASTMT social responsibility. 5. identify economic opportunities. 6. inspire partners and motivate others . 7. Transforming AASTMT Alexandria and Aswan campuses towards achieving the Sustainable Developmental Goals (SDGs) and Egyptian 2030 visions especially SDG7 which argues for clean energy, and SDG13 which argues for Climate change.
Project Name
Carbon Footprint Estimation and Reduction in the AASTMT Campus Towards developing a Model for Promoting Sustainable Development Goals (Green Campus)
Ref No/ Funded Entity
2071
Project Duration
12month
Project Start Date
2021-10-01
Project End Date
2022-09-30
Total Budget
EGP
Budget of the academy in this project
EGP
Project Website
Objectives
- 5.1 Main objectives A carbon footprint offers a means to identify carbon emission sources and evaluate progress in reducing these emissions. In AASTMT’s case, a principal objective of the study is to calculate a transparent CFP of AASTMT’s Abu Kir and Aswan campuses from 2018 to 2021 together with identify the role of COVID-19 on CFP of AASTMT and develop information that can be used to mitigate climate change by reducing AASTMT’s greenhouse gas emissions. A second important objective is to strengthen the university’s finances for the long term by permanently reducing its appetite for carbon-based energy sources like natural gas, electricity, gasoline, and diesel fuel that must be purchased from third parties. Finally, our footprint study is designed to provide a replicable model and methods that other higher education institutions can adopt in the MENA region to calculate and evaluate their own carbon emissions. 5.2 Specific Objectives: 1. To calculate and reduce the AASTMT Alexandria and Aswan campuses' carbon footprint based on the following academic years 2018/2019, 2019/2020, and 2020/2021. 2. To raise the environmental awareness of individuals, institutions and promote the use of green environmental practices. 3. To report the needed items to improve the AASTMT Alexandria and Aswan campuses' climatic and sustainability options. 5.3 Research questions:  How should the University Campus calculate its carbon footprint?  To what extent should simplifying rules/calculations be used?  How can emissions be allocated to the various objects that cause CO2 emissions ?  What a digital transformation after Covid-19 affect AASTMT carbon footprint?  Should the green accounting rules be the same for all organisations?  Could CFP become an element for raising environmental awareness within the organisation?  How will the CFP estimation support decision-maker in AASTMT establish a climate policy valid for transferring AASTMT into a green establishment with economic and sustainability options (adaptation plan)?
Our Partners
- AASTMT
https://aast.edu
Professor Mahmoud Elsayed Elbawab
Senior Lecturer (Professor)
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E-mail: elbawab@aast.edu
Project Coordinator
Professor Mahmoud Elsayed Elbawab
Senior Lecturer (Professor)
Mobile: 010016 351 1 1
E-mail: elbawab@aast.edu