ABOUT US
Introduction
In light of the growing global and national focus on sustainable development issues, and in alignment with Egypt’s Vision 2030, the establishment of the Center for Sustainability, Climate, and Energy at Misr University for Science and Technology (MUST) represents a strategic initiative aimed at supporting research, innovation, and practical applications in the fields of the environment, energy, and green technologies. The Center seeks to enhance the university’s role in community service and to contribute effectively to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
• Vision
To position Misr University for Science and Technology as a leading institution in sustainability, environmental studies, and innovation, and to serve as a distinguished regional hub for research, training, and capacity building in sustainable development
• Mission
The Center aims to promote sustainability concepts and practices within the university and the wider community through innovation, capacity building, and collaboration with governmental and industrial sectors, thereby achieving a positive and lasting impact on the environment, the economy, and society
Past Annual Report
CLEAN WATER AND SANITATION
RESPONSIBLE CONSUMPTION AND PRODUCTION
CLIMATE ACTION
AFFORDABLE AND CLEAN ENERGY
LIFE BELOW WATER
GENDER EQUALITY
REDUCED INEQUALITIES
LIFE ON LAND
GOOD HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
QUALITY EDUCATION
DECENT WORK AND ECONOMIC GROWTH
SUSTAINABLE CITIES AND COMMUNITIES
INDUSTRY. INNOVATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE
ZERO HUNGER
PEACE, JUSTICE AND STRONG INSTITUTIONS
PARTNERSHIPS FOR THE GOALS
NO POVERTY
- Raising awareness of sustainable development concepts among students and College members.
- Supporting applied research in the fields of sustainable development, renewable energy, and resource management.
- Implementing green initiatives within the university to reduce its carbon footprint.
- Collaborating with engineering and medical industries to support the achievement of sustainable development goals.
- Establishing partnerships with local and international institutions in the field of green innovation.
The Center’s strategy focuses on integrating sustainability concepts into education, scientific research, and community service through the implementation of targeted initiatives and the preparation of periodic reports on the university’s performance in energy, water, and waste management. The strategy further emphasizes enhancing collaboration among university faculties, especially the College of Engineering to implement practical applications aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
- Preparing studies and initiatives focused on sustainability.
- Organizing training programs and workshops on climate change, energy, and environmental sustainability.
- Monitoring the university’s environmental performance and establishing relevant performance indicators.
- Supporting innovation in student projects related to sustainability.
- Collaborating with governmental bodies and the industrial sector to achieve common objectives.
- University students from all faculties.
- College members and teaching assistants.
- Administrative and support staff.
- Civil society organizations and industry partners.
- limate Change, Natural Resource Management & Smart Sustainable Agriculture: Climate change studies, smart agriculture technologies, natural resource management.
- Sustainable Construction, Green Building & Smart Cities: Green building standards, smart city technologies, sustainability in construction.
- New & Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency: Solar and wind energy applications, energy efficiency improvement, innovation support.
- Asset Operation, Water & Waste Management: Water management planning, waste recycling, asset operation optimization.
- Carbon Footprint Assessment: Carbon footprint studies, capacity building, measurement, reporting, and environmental performance improvement recommendations.
- Capacity Building & Training: Managing training programs, trainer coordination, program development, student and researcher capacity building, workshops organization.
- Partnerships & Community Service: Building local and international partnerships, organizing community events, strengthening university outreach.
