Sustainable AASTMT

Climate Action Policy

AASTMT

Environmental Sustainability Policy

Description

In alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) is dedicated to fostering environmental sustainability and stewardship across all institutional levels.

This policy focuses on the strategic implementation of SDG 13: Climate Action, SDG 14: Life Below Water, and SDG 15: Life on Land. This policy outlines a comprehensive approach to addressing global challenges, including mitigating climate change, conserving marine ecosystems, and preserving terrestrial biodiversity.

By prioritizing sustainability in operations, enhancing education, driving innovation, and fostering collaborative partnerships, AASTMT aims to lead by example in promoting environmental resilience and sustainable practices within the academic and broader community.

The policy reflects AASTMT's role as a catalyst for positive environmental change, ensuring that the institution's activities contribute to a greener, more sustainable future. It aligns with the global call for urgent action to combat climate change, protect marine and terrestrial ecosystems, and build a sustainable world for current and future generations.

Vision

To establish AASTMT as a leading institution in integrating environmental sustainability principles into education, research, and community initiatives, addressing global challenges related to climate action, marine ecosystems, and terrestrial biodiversity.

AASTMT, operating across its 8 campuses (Abu Qir- Alexandria, Miami- Alexandria, Al Alamein- Matruh, Port Said, Heliopolis-Cairo, Doki-Cairo, Smart Village, and Aswan-South Valley), aspires to be a top-100 globally ranked institution for climate action and sustainability, leading the Arab region in evidence-based, measurable environmental performance by 2030.

Mission

AASTMT is committed to fostering environmental stewardship through innovative solutions, collaborative partnerships, and sustainable practices that align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Building on a verified −32.8% reduction in total carbon emissions against our 2019 baseline (103,862,750 kg CO₂e in 2024 vs 154,594,380.99 kg CO₂e in 2019), AASTMT s mission is to sustain and accelerate this trajectory toward a 50% reduction by 2040, while embedding sustainability into every dimension of academic and operational life.

Introduction

The Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) recognizes its pivotal role in addressing the pressing environmental challenges of our time. Guided by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), this policy aligns AASTMT's mission with SDG 13 (Climate Action), SDG 14 (Life Below Water), and SDG 15 (Life on Land), forming a cohesive strategy to promote environmental sustainability. Global environmental challenges, such as climate change, marine pollution, and biodiversity loss, threaten ecosystems and human well-being.

Educational institutions like AASTMT bear a responsibility to lead by example, embedding sustainability into academic programs, operational practices, and community engagement.

This Environmental Policy outlines a framework for action that integrates climate resilience, marine conservation, and terrestrial ecosystem preservation. This policy incorporates: (i) verified 2024 emissions data and a credible GHG reduction trajectory; (ii) SMART KPIs benchmarked against THE Impact, QS Sustainability, and UI Green Metric criteria; (iii) a strengthened governance structure with defined roles across all AASTMT campuses; and (iv) updated action plans aligned to the 2030 UN SDG timeline.

Policy Statement

The Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) is committed to advancing environmental sustainability as a core institutional priority. Aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 13 (Climate Action), 14 (Life Below Water), and 15 (Life on Land), this policy provides a comprehensive framework for integrating environmental stewardship into education, research, operations, and community engagement.

AASTMT acknowledges its responsibility to:

• Address Climate Change: Minimize greenhouse gas emissions, enhance energy efficiency, and promote renewable energy adoption to support global efforts in mitigating climate change. AASTMT has achieved a verified −32.8% reduction in total emissions vs 2019 and commits to −50% by 2040.
• Conserve Marine Ecosystems: Protect aquatic biodiversity by implementing sustainable practices, reducing pollution, and fostering research that supports the health and resilience of marine environments.
• Preserve Terrestrial Biodiversity: Safeguard land ecosystems by promoting sustainable land use, combating deforestation, and fostering conservation initiatives across all AASTMT campus sites.
• Maintain Transparent, Audit-Ready Reporting: Publish annual GHG inventories following GHG Protocol standards (Scopes 1, 2, and selected Scope 3), accompanied by verified performance dashboards.

Verified Carbon Emissions Baseline (2019–2024)

AASTMT reports its carbon footprint in accordance with the GHG Protocol Corporate Standard (Scopes 1, 2, and selected Scope 3 categories). The table below presents the verified emissions series:

Year	Scope 1 (kg CO₂e)	Scope 2 (kg CO₂e)	Scope 3 (kg CO₂e)	Total (kg CO₂e)	vs 2019 Baseline
2019 (Base)	1,374,252	1,151,281	152,068,847	154,594,381	— Baseline
2020	972,551	869,471	87,130,329	88,972,351	−42.5%
2021	1,561,943	1,008,256	112,858,634	115,428,833	−25.3%
2022	1,300,000	950,000	110,000,000	112,250,000	−27.4%
2023	1,150,000	925,000	105,000,000	107,075,000	−30.7%
2024	1,092,500	897,250	101,873,000	103,862,750	−32.8% ✓

 

The 2024 total of 103,862,750 kg CO₂e represents a further −3.0% year-on-year reduction and keeps AASTMT comfortably within the ≥30% reduction by 2025 interim target, with on-site solar capacity of ~215 kW contributing ~24 25% of campus electricity needs.

Policy Objectives

Promote Climate Action (SDG 13)

• Reduce the institution s carbon footprint by implementing energy-efficient practices, transitioning to renewable energy sources, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions across all campuses.
• Achieve verified interim milestones: ≥30% reduction vs 2019 by 2025 (already achieved at −32.8%); ≥45% by 2030; 50% by 2040.
• Scale on-site solar PV to ~25% of campus electricity by 2025 and 40% by 2040, currently at ~24 25% (~215 kW installed capacity).
• Incorporate climate change education into the curriculum, targeting ≥90% of undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
• Support research and innovation in climate adaptation and mitigation strategies, especially in the marine, aquaculture, and maritime transport sectors.
• Engage in community outreach programs to build climate resilience and disaster preparedness across all branch locations.
• Achieve ≥70% waste diversion from landfill by 2030 and progress toward zero-waste operations by 2040.

Protect Life Below Water (SDG 14)

• Enhance awareness and education on marine biodiversity, sustainable fisheries, and the prevention of marine pollution.
• Promote research on the conservation of marine ecosystems and the restoration of aquatic habitats affected by human activities.
• Implement waste management systems to prevent plastic and chemical pollution in aquatic environments.
• Leverage AASTMT s maritime identity particularly at the Abu Qir and Port Said campuses to establish model coastal stewardship programs.
• Collaborate with local and international organizations for sustainable fisheries and marine conservation initiatives.

Preserve Life on Land (SDG 15)

• Promote sustainable land use practices and biodiversity conservation through tree-planting initiatives and habitat restoration programs.
• Protect and restore terrestrial ecosystems by supporting research on biodiversity and sustainable resource management.
• Advocate for the reduction of land degradation and desertification by integrating best practices into AASTMT s operations.
• Develop campus-specific green space and biodiversity plans for each of AASTMT branches, recognizing the distinct ecological contexts of coastal (Abu Qir, Port Said, Al Alamein), desert (South Valley/Aswan), and urban (Doki, Miami, Heliopolis, Smart Village) sites.
• Encourage partnerships with governmental and non-governmental organizations to conserve wildlife and combat illegal poaching and trade.

Advance Green Campus Transformation

• Pursue formal Green Campus recognition: Each of AASTMT s campuses shall maintain a Green Campus Action Plan, reviewed and updated annually by the Campus Sustainability Lead and reported to the ESC.
• Build staff and faculty capacity to deliver the Green Campus vision through the mandatory annual environmental sustainability training programme. The enhanced training curriculum substantially strengthened in 2025 to address identified gaps and to respond directly to AASTMT s strategic ambition for a Green Campus.
• Develop and implement a Green Campus physical infrastructure roadmap for each campus, addressing expansion of green and permeable surfaces, native planting and campus biodiversity corridors, sustainable water management features, EV charging infrastructure, low-emission transport zones, and energy-positive building upgrades each tailored to the coastal, desert, and urban contexts of AASTMT s campuses
• Use AASTMT campuses as living laboratories for sustainability: embedding student- and faculty-led green campus research and innovation projects into curricula, connecting applied research outputs directly to campus operations improvements, and publicly reporting Green Campus KPIs alongside the annual GHG inventory to ensure transparency and accountability.
• Target measurable improvement in AASTMT ranking year-on-year, with a specific ambition to enter the top100 institutions globally in different sustainability rankings (THE Impact, QS Sustainability, UI Green Metric) by 2030.

Policy Commitments

Sustainability in Operations

• Transition to eco-friendly infrastructure, materials, and technologies across all campus facilities.
• Operate and incrementally expand on-site solar PV capacity; maintain ~215 kW installed and target expansion to support 25% renewable electricity share by 2025.
• Sustain the LED (~95% coverage) and Building Management System (BMS) programs that delivered the Scope 2 reductions documented in the 2022 2024 report series.
• Monitor and report environmental performance through measurable indicators for climate action, marine conservation, and biodiversity preservation.
• Publish annual GHG inventories and semester KPI dashboards; conduct biennial third-party assurance of the methodology and data.

Education and Capacity Building

• Develop interdisciplinary programs, courses, and training workshops that address SDGs 13, 14, and 15.
• Maintain ≥90% integration of climate and sustainability learning outcomes across undergraduate and postgraduate programs (currently at ~90% as of 2024).
• Sustain and strengthen the Master of Science in Smart Environmental Management of Climate Change (SECCM), accredited by Egypt s Supreme Council of Universities.
• Encourage student-led initiatives and projects focused on climate change, marine sustainability, and biodiversity conservation.
• Require at least one applied sustainability capstone project per academic program annually.
• Mandate annual, dedicated training on environmental aspects of sustainability for all faculty and professional staff members across all AASTMT s campuses as a core institutional obligation. The mandatory training curriculum covers SDG 13 (Climate Action), SDG 14 (Life Below Water), and SDG 15 (Life on Land), and includes twelve courses encompassing carbon literacy and GHG accounting, climate action and the SDGs, sustainable campus operations, marine and coastal sustainability, biodiversity and land stewardship, and environmental compliance and reporting. The curriculum is reviewed and updated annually in alignment with this policy and the SDGs Workforce Committee Directive. Training completion rates are tracked as a Key Performance Indicator, reported each semester in the KPI Dashboard and annually in the Sustainability Report. Campus Branch Deans are accountable for 100% staff participation within their campus; the Sustainability Unit oversees methodology, content, and aggregate reporting.

Community Engagement

• Collaborate with local communities, industries, and governments to implement projects that address environmental challenges.
• Deliver recurring community workshops on waste reduction, energy efficiency, water conservation, and sustainable mobility; target a minimum of 1,500+ participants per year across all branches.
• Maintain active partnership MOUs with municipalities, NGOs, and community organizations; renew annually with published KPI outputs.
• Organize campaigns, events, and volunteer opportunities for environmental advocacy and awareness.

Research and Innovation

• Support faculty and student research on climate resilience, marine ecosystem management, and biodiversity conservation.
• Target a minimum of 5 new peer-reviewed publications annually addressing SDG 13, 14, or 15 themes, with staff publications tracked as a core KPI.
• Prioritize interdisciplinary research linking AASTMT s maritime expertise to climate topics: maritime emissions, blue carbon, coastal resilience, and sustainable fisheries.
• Utilize cutting-edge technology and data-driven approaches to address environmental challenges.

Sustainable Partnerships

• Build partnerships with UN agencies, NGOs, and the private sector to promote SDG-aligned activities.
• Share knowledge and best practices on environmental management and sustainability across academic networks.
• Pursue multilateral and competitive research funding streams aligned with climate action, circular economy, and biodiversity goals.

Governance and Oversight

Environmental Sustainability Committee (ESC)

AASTMT shall maintain an Environmental Sustainability Committee (ESC) with the following structure:

• Chair: Dean of Scientific Research for Maritime Affairs
• Members: Representatives from Faculty, Administration, Student Affairs, and the Sustainability Unit
• Campus Sustainability Leads: One designated lead per branch, responsible for local data collection, KPI reporting, and implementation oversight.
• The ESC meets quarterly and publishes meeting minutes and action items on the AASTMT sustainability portal.

Roles and Responsibilities

Role	Sustainability Responsibility
President / Leadership	Final approval authority for sustainability policy; champions public climate commitments.
Dean of Scientific Research	Policy owner; chairs ESC; approves annual GHG inventory and sustainability report.
Campus Branch Deans	Oversee SDG 13, 14, 15 implementations at branch level; track course integration and student participation.
Sustainability Unit	Promotes SDGs initiatives within campuses, coordinates with NGOs and governmental authorities
Facilities & Campus Operations	Provides energy, refrigerant, waste/water data; implements BMS, LED, HVAC O&M, and PV operations.
Academic Affairs / Program Directors	Ensures ≥90% curriculum integration; oversees capstone sustainability projects; reports education KPIs.
Research Data Science and University Ranking	Tracks SDG-related research outputs; facilitates grant applications, owns GHG methodology, KPI dashboards, and annual report.
Deanery of Student Affairs	Coordinates student engagement programs, volunteer drives, and sustainability competitions.
Procurement & IT	Enforces sustainable procurement standards; supports sub-metering data capture and archiving.
SDGs Workforce Committee	Cross-institutional follow-up on policy implementation; provides support to ESC.

Performance Indicators and KPI Framework

All KPIs are reported annually in the AASTMT Sustainability Report and tracked semester-by-semester via the campus KPI dashboard. Targets are benchmarked to the 2030 UN SDG deadline.

Climate Action & Operations KPIs

KPI	2024 Baseline	2030 Target	Owner	Frequency
Total GHG Emissions (kg CO₂e)	103,862,750	≥77,297,190 (−50% by 2040)	Sustainability Unit	Annual
% Reduction vs 2019 Baseline	−32.8%	≥45% by 2030	Sustainability Unit	Annual
Scope 1 Emissions (kg CO₂e)	1,092,500	Year-on-year decline	Facilities	Annual
Scope 2 Emissions (kg CO₂e)	897,250	Year-on-year decline	Facilities	Quarterly
Scope 3 Emissions (kg CO₂e)	101,873,000	Steady annual reduction	Sustainability Unit	Annual
Renewable Energy Share (%)	~24–25%	25% by 2025; 40% by 2040	Facilities	Semester
Installed Solar PV Capacity (kW)	~215 kW	Expand incrementally	Facilities	Annual
Campus Energy Intensity (kWh/m²)	TBD — to be baselined	Year-on-year reduction	Facilities	Quarterly
Waste Diversion Rate (%)	To be baselined 2025	≥70% by 2030	Campus Services	Semester
Water Use (m³/FTE)	To be baselined 2025	Year-on-year reduction	Facilities	Semester
Paper Purchased (kg/FTE)	To be baselined 2025	Year-on-year reduction	Procurement	Annual
Third-Party GHG Assurance	Every 2 years	Maintained	Sustainability Unit	Biennial

Education, Research & Engagement KPIs

KPI	2024 Baseline	2030 Target	Owner	Frequency
% UG/PG Programs with Sustainability Outcomes	~90%	≥95%	Academic Affairs	Annual
Applied Sustainability Capstone Projects (#/year)	To be counted	≥1 per program	Academic Affairs	Annual
SDG 13/14/15 Research Publications (#/year)	10 (2022–2024 series)	≥5/year	Research Office	Annual
Student Participants in Sustainability Activities (#)	7,000+ (2022–2023)	≥8,000/year by 2030	Student Affairs	Semester
Faculty Trained in SDG Curriculum Integration (#)	To be baselined	≥80% of teaching staff	Academic Affairs	Annual
Community Workshop Participants (#/year)	1,500+ (2022–2023)	≥2,000/year by 2030	Public Relations	Semester
Active Sustainability Partnership MOUs (#)	To be counted	≥5 active MOUs	Public Relations	Annual
Community Greening Projects: Trees Planted (#/year)	To be baselined	≥500 trees/year	Student Affairs	Annual

Action Plans (2025–2030)

1. Climate Action (SDG 13)

Objective: Sustain the verified −32.8% carbon reduction vs 2019 and advance toward ≥45% by 2030 and 50% by 2040.

Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy

• Maintain ~95% LED coverage across all campuses; conduct quarterly BMS tuning and HVAC O&M to sustain Scope 2 reductions.
• Expand on-site solar PV capacity beyond ~215 kW to achieve 25% renewable electricity share by 2025 and 40% by 2040; evaluate rooftop and parking canopy installations at all AASTMT s campuses.
• Deploy sub-metering in high-load areas (HVAC, labs, IT) to enable data-driven optimization and anomaly detection.
• Evaluate battery storage pilots at appropriate campuses to improve solar self-consumption and peak demand management.

Carbon Footprint Reduction

• Establish a tree-planting program targeting ≥500 trees per year across all campus sites to offset emissions and improve biodiversity.
• Promote digital-first operations to reduce paper usage; implement default duplex/black-and-white printing and digital submission norms.
• Implement campus-wide color-coded waste sorting infrastructure (paper, plastics/metals, glass, e-waste, organics) across all AASTMT s campuses by 2026.
• Launch cafeteria food-scrap and organics collection pilots at two campuses by 2026, scaling to all sites by 2028.

Education and Research

• Maintain ≥90% curricular integration of climate and sustainability learning outcomes; annually audit course coverage and publish results.
• Strengthen the SECCM postgraduate programme with practitioner seminars, co-supervised theses, and industry placements.
• Fund at least 5 new peer-reviewed research publications per year addressing SDG 13, 14, or 15.
• Develop a module toolkit for non-environment disciplines (business, IT, logistics, maritime, health) to integrate SDG-aligned outcomes.

Community Outreach

• Partner with local authorities to create disaster preparedness and climate resilience awareness campaigns.
• Launch a volunteer program for students and staff to support local climate action initiatives.
• Deliver a minimum of one community climate workshop per semester per campus, targeting 2,000+ total participants per year by 2030.

2. Life Below Water (SDG 14)

Objective: Conserve marine biodiversity and reduce marine pollution, leveraging AASTMT’s unique maritime expertise and coastal campus locations.

• Support research on sustainable fisheries, coral reef restoration, and marine ecosystem health.
• Collaborate with marine science institutions and NGOs for joint conservation projects.
• Reduce plastic usage on campus and implement strict waste management protocols; eliminate single-use plastics from all campus facilities by 2027.
• Organize coastal cleanup drives with student and community participation.
• Develop courses on marine biodiversity and sustainable fisheries management.
• Partner with local fishermen to promote sustainable fishing practices.
• Establish AASTMT as a model institution for coastal stewardship in the Arab region, using the Abu Qir and Port Said campuses as demonstration sites for marine conservation practice.

3. Life on Land (SDG 15)

Objective: Promote biodiversity conservation and combat land degradation across diverse AASTMT campus ecosystems.

• Develop green spaces on campus to support native flora and fauna; implement eco-friendly landscaping practices.
• Launch habitat restoration programs in collaboration with environmental organizations.
• Develop a campus-specific biodiversity and green space plan for each of AASTMT’s branches, reflecting the distinct ecological context (coastal, desert, and urban) of each site.
• Establish a biodiversity monitoring system on campus.
• Include terrestrial ecology and conservation topics in academic programs.
• Minimize water usage with efficient irrigation systems; implement routine water audit protocols.
• Partner with local communities for afforestation projects; work with NGOs to combat deforestation and desertification.

Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting

Reporting Cadence

Report Type	Content	Frequency	Owner
GHG Inventory	Scopes 1, 2, selected Scope 3; method note	Annual	Sustainability Unit
KPI Dashboard	Key scope totals, kWh/m², diversion %, paper/water	Semester	Sustainability Unit
Annual Sustainability Report	Full progress vs targets; achievements, challenges, next actions	Annual	Sustainability Unit
Third-Party Assurance	Independent validation of method, data, evidence	Every 2 years	External Auditor
Branch KPI Update	Local campus-level data against institutional KPIs	Quarterly	Campus Leads
Stakeholder Feedback Report	Input from students, staff, community, partners	Annual	PR & Sustainability Unit

Forward Pathway to 2030–2040

• 2025 Waypoint: Maintain ≥30% reduction vs 2019; reach ~25% renewable electricity share; complete waste infrastructure rollout.
• 2026 Milestone: Baseline energy intensity (kWh/m²), waste diversion rate, water use, and paper consumption across all campuses. Launch organics pilots.
• 2028 Milestone: Scale recycling and organics diversion programs to all campuses; publish first comprehensive biodiversity campus maps.
• 2030 Target: ≥45% carbon reduction vs 2019; ≥70% waste diversion; ≥95% curriculum integration; ≥2,000 community participants/year; ≥5 SDG publications/year.
• 2040 Goal: 50% carbon reduction vs 2019; 40% renewable electricity; zero-waste operations; net-positive biodiversity contribution.

Procedures and Forms

1. Governance and Oversight

• The ESC meets quarterly; minutes and actions published on the AASTMT sustainability portal within 10 working days.
• Each department outlines annual contributions toward climate action, marine conservation, and terrestrial biodiversity.
• Each branch nominates a Campus Sustainability Lead responsible for local data collection, training, spot checks, and monthly walk-throughs.

2. GHG Accounting

• Annual GHG inventory compiled per the GHG Protocol Corporate Standard; scope boundary and methods preserved for year-over-year comparability.
• Factor registry maintained; any changes documented in a one-line change log and restated in prior years only where material.
• Biennial third-party assurance engaged; findings published with management response and corrective-action log.

3. Awareness and Capacity Building

• Organize workshops for faculty, staff, and students on sustainability practices and environmental stewardship.
• Provide specialized training on climate adaptation, waste management, and biodiversity conservation.
• Launch awareness initiatives to promote sustainability goals through posters, webinars, and newsletters.
• Engage stakeholders through community events like Earth Day and World Oceans Day.
• Integrate alien species education and biosecurity awareness into environmental courses and campus orientation programs.

4. Operational Changes

• Conduct an environmental audit annually to assess current practices and identify areas for improvement.
• Transition to energy-efficient systems; monitor BMS and LED performance quarterly.
• Implement a comprehensive waste management system, emphasizing recycling and composting.
• Regularly clean surrounding coastal areas to mitigate marine debris.
• Eliminate single-use plastics from all campus facilities; and implement campus-wide default digital submission policies by 2027.

5. Research and Innovation

• Allocate funding for projects focused on climate change, marine ecosystem health, and biodiversity conservation.
• Encourage interdisciplinary collaborations for innovative solutions to environmental challenges.
• Support student initiatives addressing sustainability issues.

6. Collaboration and Partnerships

• Partner with NGOs, governmental bodies, and academic institutions to enhance sustainability efforts.
• Participate in global networks addressing SDGs 13, 14, and 15.
• Collaborate with local communities for conservation projects including tree planting, sustainable fishing, and marine cleanup activities.
• Pursue multilateral climate grants and competitive funding; maintain a central repository of active and pending funding applications.

Forms

• Initiative Suggestion Form
• Campus KPI Reporting Template (quarterly, per branch)
• GHG Data Collection Template (annual, per scope category)
• Sustainability Partnership MOU Template

Implementation and Governance

AASTMT shall maintain an Environmental Sustainability Committee (ESC) to oversee the implementation of this policy, review progress quarterly, and publish annual sustainability reports measuring progress against all stated objectives and KPIs.

Comprehensive Action Plan Table

Objective	Action	Target	Timeline	Owner	KPI
Carbon Reduction	Annual GHG inventory; Scope 1, 2, 3	≥45% vs 2019 by 2030	Annual	Sustainability Unit	Total kg CO₂e; % vs 2019
Renewable Energy	Expand PV; report metered share	25% by 2025; 40% by 2040	Semester	Facilities	PV kWh / total kWh (%)
Energy Efficiency	BMS tuning; HVAC O&M; sub-metering	Year-on-year Scope 2 decline	Quarterly	Facilities	kWh/m² by campus
Waste Management	Sort infrastructure; organics pilots; recycling	≥70% diversion by 2030	Semester	Campus Services	Diversion rate (%)
Water Efficiency	Leak audits; low-flow; meter checks	Year-on-year reduction	Semester	Facilities	m³/FTE
Curriculum Integration	Syllabus mapping; capstone projects; SECCM	≥95% programs by 2030	Annual	Academic Affairs	% programs; # projects
Research Output	Fund SDG research; publish results	≥5 papers/year	Annual	Research Office	# peer-reviewed papers
Community Engagement	Workshops; MOUs; joint projects	≥2,000 participants/year	Semester	Public Relations	# participants; # MOUs
Marine Conservation	Coastal cleanup; sustainable fisheries	Model coastal program by 2028	Annual	College of Fisheries	# initiatives; # partners
Biodiversity	Campus green plans; tree planting	≥500 trees/year; bio maps	Annual	Facilities & Deans	# trees planted; maps done
GHG Reporting	Annual report; biennial assurance	Sustained transparency	Annual/Biennial	Sustainability Unit	Report published Y/N

Expected Outcomes

• Verified carbon emissions maintained below −30% vs 2019 through 2025, advancing to ≥45% by 2030 and −50% by 2040.
• Renewable electricity share reaching 25% by 2025 and 40% by 2040 from currently verified ~24 25%. Improved marine and terrestrial biodiversity through conservation programs and pollution control.
• ≥90% sustainability curriculum integration (currently at ~90%) sustained and exceeding 95% by 2030.
• A minimum of 7,000+ student participants in sustainability activities annually (sustained from 2022 2023 baseline), growing to 8,000+ by 2030.
• Top-100 global ranking in THE Impact Ratings (SDG 13) and improved standings in QS Sustainability Rankings and UI GreenMetric by 2030.
• AASTMT recognized as the leading Arab institution for climate action and sustainability in higher education.
• All AASTMT s campuses recognised as Green Campuses by 2030, supported by a fully trained workforce achieving 100% annual environmental sustainability training completion rates, and anchored by a campus-specific Green Campus Action Plan for each branch.

Review Program

Policy Title	AASTMT Environmental Sustainability Policy
Date Created	January 2019
Approving Body	SDGs Workforce Committee
Version	6
Last Review Date	2025
Next Review Date	2026
Policy Owner	Dean of Scientific Research for Maritime Affairs; Head of Aquaculture Department, College of Fisheries & Aquaculture Technology; The Sea Training Institute
Lead Contact	Prof. Dr. Kareem Tonbol / Dean of Scientific Research for Maritime Affairs Dr. Haiam Aboul-Ela / Head of Aquaculture Department, College of Fisheries & Aquaculture Technology. Eng. Mohamed Elbawab / The Sea Training Institute
Approval Signature	Dean of Scientific Research and Innovation
Framework Alignment	THE Impact Rankings (SDG 13, 14, 15); QS Sustainability Rankings; UI GreenMetric
Ranking Aspiration	Top 100 globally (THE Impact SDG 13) by 2030
Emissions Baseline	154,594,381 kg CO₂e (2019)
2024 Emissions Status	103,862,750 kg CO₂e (−32.8% vs 2019)

 

Review Schedule

Review Activity	Frequency	Responsible	Notes
Annual Emissions Review	Annual	Sustainability Unit	Verified activity data; consistent methods
Third-Party GHG Assurance	Every 2 years	External Auditor	Corrective-action log published
Stakeholder Feedback	Annual	PR & Sustainability Unit	Workshops/surveys; brief summary published
National Policy Check	Every 5 years	Sustainability & Policy Office	Context footnotes updated
Full Policy Review	Every 3 years	ESC + Approving Body	Targets reassessed vs SDG progress
Curriculum Integration Audit	Every 3 years	Academic Affairs	Syllabi sampling + outcomes mapping
Technology & Innovation Scan	Every 3 years	Facilities & IT	Pilots shortlisted with KPIs