Application : The KIIT Sustainability and Climate Action Policy is applicable to all activities, operations, and initiatives conducted by KIIT Deemed to be University. It encompasses academic programs, research endeavors, infrastructure development, and administrative functions. This policy extends to all members of the KIIT community, including students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders involved in university-related activities.

Commencement : The KIIT Sustainability and Climate Action Policy has been implemented and is currently in effect. All existing and future activities and operations of KIIT Deemed to be University adhere to the principles and guidelines outlined in this policy..

This Policy shall apply to all faculty members/scientists/ staff, research scholars and students at KIIT University and its campuses. The policy recognizes the significance of KIIT-DU as catalysts of change and their role in contributing towards the implementation of SDGs 2030. The KIIT –DU contribute decisively to creating a mindset that facilitates the dissemination of SDG Universities across the country under NEP-2020 increasingly recognize the responsibility to prepare students and various forums to actively contribute to the mitigation of and adaptation to climate change, which demands that the university to adopt and promote carbon-neutral practices by adopting low-carbon operational mechanisms. The university aligns its curricula and pedagogical approaches to educate students about the imperatives of climate change and adopt a strategy to reduce its carbon footprint. The university repositions itself dynamically to bridge the gap between generating direct action areas for carbon-neutral education and the creation and dissemination of critical knowledge about climate change that has the potential to proliferate across multiple sectors of the economy.   KIIT-DU, as part of its commitment to climate change and sustainable development, engages in periodic energy, environmental and green audits as a continuous process to review and monitor its infrastructure, leading to a substantial reduction in its carbon footprint.

Objective : The objective of this Policy is appended as

• Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Reduce “Carbon footprint” by aiming for net-zero emissions of institution-linked greenhouse gases across administrative, academic and residential, and recreational facilities, with emphasis on utilizing public
• Energy and Resource Efficiency: Adopt low-carbon operational practices in all campus buildings and infrastructure to achieve carbon neutrality by investing in energy conservation by promoting renewable energy sources and optimizing resource
• Water and Waste Management: Adopt efficient water conservation and management practices, along with sustainable waste management practices on
• Societal Action, Awareness and Education for Sustainability: Improve literacy and awareness of climate change through sustained, active learning activities, connected to local problem-solving and people’s behavior. Enhance awareness and understanding of the adaptation and mitigation of climate risk and
• environmental issues among the staff, students, and stakeholders through effective
• Collaboration and Partnerships: Foster collaborations across stakeholders, to leverage the expertise of environmental auditors, community organizers, industry professionals, and policymakers to support a more systematic and deeper inquiry on issues of climate change, low-carbon energy, carbon neutrality, and carbon To create opportunities for students to interact with the leaders in the field of art, culture, science, technology, planning and environment through involvement with the community.
• Review, Monitoring and Reporting: Establish robust processes to review, track and monitor the performance of key indicators such as greenhouse gas emissions, carbon emission, energy consumption, water usage, and waste generation and
• Adaptation and Resilience: Adopting sustainable practices in design, construction, and management to create a built environment, and build resilience through green ways of lifestyle to cope with the local effects of climate change and develop a campus climate action plan for disaster risk
• Integrate environmental education and sustainable practices in curricula and research: Impart Climate Change Education (CCE) through advanced curriculum, imparted through formal, informal, and non-formal learning and teaching approaches, including field projects, international Case Studies, and higher-degree research. To develop credit and value based courses and invest in thrust areas of climate change and sustainable development through multidisciplinary
• Promote research aligned to SDGs: To identify the environmental issues in local and neighborhood settings and carry out research and solution identification through intellect capital and capacity building. To pursue research on climate change and its impacts, with an emphasis on mitigation and

Procedure/Practices : One of the mandates of KIIT University is “Environmental Responsibility”.

The University is acutely aware of its environmental responsibilities and embraces principle of sustainable development to ensure that any adverse environmental impact of its activities is minimized.

The procedures/ practices followed by the University are as under.

• Set specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) targets: Develop targets aligned with the University’s Mission and Vision for a sustainable climate-resilient campus plans for expanding social, environmental, and economic
• Develop an action plan: Create a detailed roadmap outlining strategic initiatives that will enable the University to achieve its targets by the year 2050. Assign responsibilities, allocate resources, and establish timelines for implementation for effective utilization of resources and invest in effective monitoring and feedback processes with available benchmarks, and set feasible goals for the future.

• Integrate sustainability into operations: Embed sustainability considerations into the University’s policies, procedures, and decision-making Adopt sustainable practices in all the operations at all levels of the university, including education, transportation, thermal control, water conservation and management, waste management, etc.
• Invest in renewable energy: Invest in renewable energy sources, such as clean energy, and SMART technologies, to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and decrease greenhouse gas
• Promote sustainable transportation: Encourage the use of public transportation, carpooling, and walking among the staff and students. Provide infrastructure and incentives to support sustainable transportation options and establish realistic and measurable targets to reduce the carbon Provide infrastructure and incentives to support sustainable transportation options.
• Implement waste reduction and recycling programs: Implement effective solid waste management and liquid waste (Black and Grey water) management, strategies, and technologies to reduce waste generation, collect, segregate, recycle, and generate energy from Responsible disposal of hazardous and bio-medical waste.
• Biodiversity and Natural Habitat Protection : Preserving and enhancing biodiversity is crucial for a sustainable future. Committed to protect and restore natural habitats within our campus, promote sustainable land management practices, and integrate biodiversity considerations into our planning and development processes and engaging neighboring community in conservation efforts and support local biodiversity initiatives
• Water Conservation and management: Implement water conservation strategies to maintain a zero-discharge campus by replenishing the groundwater and reducing water consumption by using low-flow fixtures and reuse of black and grey water by deploying efficient sludge-free technologies. Installation of efficient fixtures to reduce water consumption and wastage, rainwater harvesting pits to collect surface discharge, water treatment for reuse in the landscape, use of indigenous plant species with high APTI index to reduce air pollution and plant species which contribute to effective carbon
• Sustainable Transportation: Promoting environmentally friendly transport options are crucial for lowering carbon emissions. Biking, walking, carpooling, and using public transportation are all forms of alternative mobility that KIIT-DU support and encourage. The university have lessened the reliance on single-occupancy automobiles and promoted a culture of sustainable mobility by providing infrastructure and incentives for these alternatives.
• Continuous monitoring and improvement: Regularly assess and evaluate the effectiveness of the University’s initiatives, identify areas for improvement, and adapt strategies through periodic audits to assess the effectiveness of sustainability initiatives and compliance with established standards to achieve the SDGs
• Stakeholder engagement: Engage and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to foster a culture of environmental responsibility and gather diverse perspectives and ideas.
• Curriculum Design and Research Projects: Courses on sustainable development and climate change to be integrated into the curriculum from the initial years to raise awareness and sensitivity. Further research may be encouraged and undertaken to engage in research and consultancy projects in areas connected to sustainable development and climate risk reduction, alternative energy research and innovation on clean energy and alternative energy
• Community Engagement and Outreach: The University can adopt a stewardship role to engage with local communities (PRIs), ULBs, State Govt agencies, and Central Govt agencies to contribute towards national mission programs to support social, economic, and environmental sustainability The university can also initiate community outreach and awareness programs involving students, faculty, and staff. Knowledge sessions, training sessions, and workshops may be organized, and Consultancy projects may be undertaken in collaboration with government or private organizations to raise community awareness and engagement.
• Global partnerships: Building strong academic partnerships and collaborations with various national and international agencies/ centre of excellence in promoting sustainable practices and knowledge sharing and stay informed about emerging technologies and best practices to continually enhance sustainability efforts.
• Climate-conscious Entrepreneurship:  Developing a cadre of entrepreneurs among the alumni community who have embraced climate-conscious business practices.

Resources and Responsibilities:

• The University will allocate adequate resources, including financial, technological, and human resources, to support the implementation of the policy and
• The designated committee is remaining responsible for overseeing the implementation, monitoring, and reporting of sustainability initiatives.

The committee constitution for the Policy is as follows :

• Monitoring and Reporting : The university develops a transparent and comprehensive communication plan (MIS) to inform various stakeholders about the University’s climate and environmental impact mitigation effort& also regularly report on progress, achievements, and challenges in meeting the University’s targets and commitments to ensure accountability and transparency.
• Approving authority: The Vice Chancellor  of the University shall be the approving authority for implementing actions related to environmental sustainability at campus.
• Review of policy: The policy shall be reviewed periodically to ascertain the effectiveness of the implementation of sustainability practices.

By implementing this Climate and Environmental Impact Mitigation Policy and Strategy, KIIT University commits to reducing emissions, fostering research, education, and community engagement, and prioritizing resilience and adaptation strategies. Through sustainable practices and collaboration, KIIT-DU aims to inspire clean & green campus rich with  positive  changes and contribute to a more sustainable and resilient future for all