Goal 6. Clean Water and Sanitation
AASTIANS Go Green
Initiation of the Campaign: [8] [9]
The initiative of the AASTMT to reduce the use of single-use plastics within its premises is under the patronage of Her Excellency Dr. Yasmin Fouad, the Minister of Environment of the Arab Republic of Egypt. This initiative is part of the AASTMT environmental awareness campaign within its facilities, aligning with the Ministry of Environment's university campaign 'Go Green' to minimize the use of single-use plastics and promote sustainable development goals. The initiation took place through a virtual meeting given a speech of the Minister of Environment at the seminar organized by the AASTMT under the title 'Entrepreneurship in the Environmental Sector (Waste Management, Natural Reserves)' on the 5th anniversary of the establishment of the Entrepreneurship Center at the Academy. The seminar was attended by Dr. Ismail Abdel Ghaffar, the President of the Academy, Dr. Ali Abu Senna, the Assistant Minister of Environment for Projects, Dr. Khaled Al-Fara, the Advisor to the Waste Management Regulatory Agency, and Ms. Huda Al-Shawadfi, the Assistant Minister of Environment for Environmental Tourism Affairs. Dr. Yasmin Fuad highlighted the efforts of the Ministry of Environment in qualifying and training young people. We were honored by the sponsorship of the President of the Republic for the initiative "Go Green," which is the first initiative of its kind that focuses on the environmental aspect. It aims to raise environmental awareness among citizens and youth, urging them to adopt positive behaviors towards their environment due to the importance of preserving the environment for the sustainability of natural resources.
Video for Initiation of the Campaign on youtube channel: [8]
Environment and entrepreneurship workshop on AASTMT page: [9]
Arab Youth "Green Venture" [10] [11]
The Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport's Deanship of Student Affairs at the Smart Village is set to launch the "Arab Youth Green Venture" project on March 15, 2022, with the patronage of the Egyptian Minister of Environment. This initiative aligns with Egypt hosting the COP 27 global climate conference in Sharm El-Sheikh. The launch will include an exhibition featuring student-led environmental protection activities and projects presented by the Academy's students and graduates. Additionally, a sports marathon titled "AASTIANS Go Green" will kick off with the participation of responsibility centers, employees, and students, promoting environmental awareness and sustainability.
Arab Youth "Green Venture" on AASTMT page: [10]
The launch of the Green Project for Arab Youth "Arab Academy" at Smart Village on al Elekhbaryia news paper [11]
“GO Green” by The Heliopolis Campus
Go Green' initiative, proudly endorsed by the Academy in collaboration with the Ministry of State for Environmental Affairs, and in line with the directives of His Excellency Professor Dr. Ismail Abdelghaffar, the President of the Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport, the Cultural and Social Activities Department of the Student Affairs at the Heliopolis campus organized a seminar on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, titled 'Efforts of the Ministry of Environment in Reducing the Use of Single-Use Plastic Bags.' The event took place at the Faculty of Language and Media Theater in Heliopolis. The seminar was conducted under the supervision of Dr. Ahmed Mostafa El Bakly, Dean of Student Affairs at Heliopolis, and featured a presentation by Engineer Yusra Abdulaziz Saleh, the Coordinator of the Plastic Pollution File at the Technical Office of the Minister of Environment and Director-General of the Environmental Crisis Management Department.
“GO Green” by The College of Engineering & Technology [12]
A great success for the activities of the "GO GREEN" day initiative, which was organized by the Departments of Computer Engineering and Mechanical Engineering - AAST Alexandria at the Arab Academy in Alexandria, in partnership with Bright skies.
A great success for the activities of the "GO GREEN" day initiative on AASTMT page:
“Go Green” in the AASTMT International Secondary School [13]
Go Green' initiative at the AASTMT International School on AASTMT page: [13]
“GO Green” with School Students [16]
As part of social responsibility, the Rotary Club of Alexandria Sun Rise collaborated with the AASTMT to train a group of students from various international schools in the environmental initiative 'Go Green.' In this initiative, these students participated in planting various crops to beautify the academy and contribute to environmental conservation.
“GO Green” with School Students on AASTMT page: [16]
“GO Green” by The Aswan Campus [14]
“Go Green” students at the Academy's South Valley branch had the opportunity to participate in the 'Go Green' events organized by the Student Affairs Department at the branch. One of these events was a seminar on climate change and its impact on the world, titled 'Leave Your Mark with Your Name.' As part of the initiative, students were encouraged to plant a flower with their name inside the Academy's premises on Thursday, November 3, 2022, from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM in the multipurpose hall of the old building. Additionally, students were invited to participate in a cycling marathon on Friday, November 4, 2022, from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
GO Green” by The Aswan Campus on AASTMT page: [14]
