Climate Action Plan

Introduction

MUST University is steadfast in its commitment to combat climate change and lead
by example in sustainability practices. This unique and powerful Climate Action Plan
outlines our specific goals, tailored strategies, and dedicated approach to address the
region’s challenges and make a lasting impact on climate action as an integrated
approach for leading the university in the direction of ensuring that all its activities are
aligned with the country vision for 2030 ecologically, economically, and socially along
with SDGs goals.
MUST has modified the Sustainability office to be “Sustainability, Energy and
Climate Center” to be adapted to MUST Strategy for Sustainability and Climate Action
Plan and SDGs.

Our sustainability vision is to be recognized as a global leader in climate action and
sustainability. We aspire to be ranked among the top 100 universities worldwide for
our commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and to be the
foremost African and Egyptian university in advancing sustainability initiatives.

Our climate action goals are clear and ambitious:
1. Green House Gas Protocol (GHG): This Action Plan aims to encourage a
reduction in the university greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and air pollution,
and to prepare its offspring and the facility infrastructure for the impacts of
climate change through adaptation and mitigation.
2. Net-Zero Carbon Campus: Reduce our carbon emissions by 15% by 2030
and achieve a carbon-neutral campus by 2050. We will invest in renewable
energy sources, such as solar and wind power, and improve energy efficiency
throughout our campus.
3. Climate Resilience: Adapt to the impacts of climate change, such as
increased heat waves, droughts, and floods, by implementing sustainable
water management practices and innovative technologies.
4. Education and Empowerment: Educate our community about climate change
and the importance of acting. By integrating climate education across
disciplines, we empower students, staff, and the community to become climate
champions. Improvement of the research and education programs to integrate
sustainability and to facilitate sustainability education on campus.

MUST University face distinct sustainability challenges including:
5. Climate Impacts: The region is already experiencing impacts of climate
change, such as heatwaves and water scarcity, which pose risks to our campus
and community.
6. Finance: this challenge may hinder our ability to invest in large-scale
sustainability initiatives, requiring innovative solutions to overcome financial
barriers.
7. Behavioral Change: Encouraging behavior change and widespread adoption
of sustainable practices among our campus community is essential for
achieving our climate action goals.

To achieve our climate action goals, we will focus on these key areas:
• Renewable Energy Leadership: We will harness the power of the sun by
installing solar panels on all university buildings, reducing our reliance on fossil
fuels and generating clean, renewable energy.
• Water Stewardship: Implementing a water conservation program will reduce
our water usage by 5% by 2030, safeguarding this vital resource for future
generations.
• Sustainable Purchasing and Investment: We are maintaining and
developing the sustainable purchasing and investment policies (yearly) that
require all university purchases to meet specific sustainability standards,
ensuring that our investments align with our climate goals.

Cluster Action Items

Our climate action plan is founded on active stakeholder engagement. We involve
academic staff, faculty staff, students, local communities, and external partners in
decision-making processes, fostering shared ownership and collective impact.

MUST University Climate Action Plan (MUST CAP) is a testament to our
unwavering commitment to a sustainable future. Inspiring stakeholders and local
community to perform with one action plan to enhance a sustainable world for the
future generation. – –
Issued in 2022.
Revised in August 2024.

MUST Climate Action Plan