Introduction

A.S. Group of Institutions, Khanna, fosters a strong and enduring commitment to nature, acknowledged by both students and staff. Our institution is renowned for its “Clean and Green” Campus, where environmentally friendly practices and education merge to promote sustainability and eco-consciousness, both within and beyond the campus. The concept of a green campus provides us with the opportunity to lead by example in redefining our environmental culture, instilling environmental ethics among students and staff. Through the adoption and promotion of eco-friendly practices, we aim to foster a sense of environmental responsibility, cultivating eco-consciousness among our community and the world around us.

Scope of the Policy

The Green Campus, Energy, and Environment Policies aim to inspire innovative co-curricular and extracurricular activities that encourage students to lead efforts for positive environmental change.

The key focus areas of this policy include:

• Clean Campus Initiatives
• Landscaping Initiatives
• Clean Air Initiatives
• Infrastructure Initiatives
• Water Conservation through Rainwater Harvesting Systems
• Waste Management Processes
• Solid Waste Management
• Liquid Waste Management
• E-Waste Management
• Awareness Initiatives
• Implementation of Green Audits, Energy Audits, and Environmental Audits

Objectives of the Policy

• To continually enhance the efficiency and effectiveness in the use of resources, including energy and water, while reducing consumption and minimizing waste production, with a focus on recovery and recycling where possible.
• To make the campus plastic-free.
• To conduct periodic Environmental and Energy audits to assess and improve sustainability practices.
• To reduce paper usage in administration by implementing e-governance policies.
• To protect and conserve ecological systems and resources within the campus.
• To ensure the responsible use of environmental resources to meet the needs of both current and future generations.
• To incorporate environmental concerns into policies, plans, and programs for social development and outreach activities.

Plan of Implementation & Practices

A.S. Group of Institutions, Khanna, is committed to sustainable development by integrating environmental and energy conservation measures into its operations.

Energy Conservation & Management

• Install LED lighting across the campus to reduce energy consumption.
• Invest in energy-efficient equipment.
• Promote awareness through “Save Energy” labels and posters.
• Maximize natural lighting and ventilation.
• Continuously improve energy efficiency and resource availability.

Waste Management

• Minimize waste generation, promote reuse, and recycle materials.
• Ban plastic usage on campus.
• Provide designated dustbins and waste containers.
• Implement solid waste composting in canteen.
• Ensure proper handling and disposal of hazardous and electronic waste.
• Adopt a comprehensive recycling program and waste-to-composting initiatives.

Water Conservation & Management

• Employ efficient water management techniques to reduce consumption.
• Ensure water is supplied and disposed of in a clean manner.
• Implement a permanent water conservation plan to monitor usage, prevent leaks, and eliminate waste.
• Use rainwater recharge pits for conservation.
• Conduct periodic maintenance and repair of leaks in taps and pipes.

E-Waste Management

• Ensure technology use and e-waste disposal do not harm the environment.
• Develop plans for proper institutional e-waste disposal.
• Partner with companies specializing in e-waste recycling.
• Educate students on eco-friendly e-waste disposal and reduction strategies.
• Support e-waste management initiatives within the college and community.

Clean & Green Campus

• Maintain and enhance green cover with indigenous trees and plants.
• Conduct regular tree plantation drives.

Awareness Initiatives & Environment-Centric Activities

• Integrate Environmental Education into the curriculum.
• Organize green initiatives and literacy programs to promote energy conservation and environmental protection.
• Encourage students and staff to participate in awareness campaigns and sustainability projects in collaboration with local communities.

These strategies and implementation measures will evolve based on future needs.