Centre

Center for Sustainable Development and Climate Change

Department Profile

The world is facing complex challenges related to climate change, resource depletion, and unsustainable consumption patterns. Universities play a critical role in developing sustainable solutions through education, research, and community action.

Vision

To be a leading interdisciplinary center for research, education, innovation, and community engagement in sustainable development and climate resilience.

Mission

To promote knowledge creation, responsible innovation, and institutional practices that advance environmental sustainability, social equity, and economic viability for future generations.

Objectives

To promote interdisciplinary teaching, research, and innovation in sustainability and climate action.
To integrate sustainable development concepts into the academic curricula and student projects.
To strengthen capacity building, awareness, and leadership in climate action across the university.
To establish collaborations with government, industry, and international organizations.
To design, implement, and monitor DYPIU’s Green Campus and Carbon Neutrality initiatives.
To engage with local communities for environmental education and sustainable development practices.

Program Structure

The Center will function through four interrelated verticals, each focusing on a key aspect of sustainability:

A. Research and Innovation
- Interdisciplinary research on renewable energy, waste management, water security, sustainable urban development, and biodiversity conservation.
- Establishment of Green Innovation Labs for research and student projects.
- Publication of research papers, working reports, and an Annual Sustainability Report.

B. Education and Capacity Building
- Development of certificate, diploma, and elective courses in sustainability and climate studies.
- Faculty Development Programs (FDPs), student workshops, and webinars on environmental literacy.
- Integration of sustainability into project-based learning and internships.

C. Campus Sustainability and Operations
- Implementation of the DYPIU Green Campus Policy.
- Waste segregation and recycling systems, energy-efficient infrastructure, water reuse, and biodiversity enhancement.
- Annual Campus Green Audit and Carbon Footprint Assessment.

D. Community and Industry Engagement
- Collaborations with industry and NGOs for sustainability research and CSR activities.
- Community outreach through awareness campaigns and training for local schools.
- Hosting national-level conferences, hackathons, and student competitions on sustainability.

Governance and Administration
- The Center will function under the Office of the Dean (Academics) in close collaboration with the Dean (Research & Innovation) and Associate Director (Student Affairs).

Annual Activity Calendar

Month	Activity	Focus Area / Outcome
January	Inauguration of CSDCC and Launch of “Sustainability@DYPIU” Campaign Workshop on Green Campus & Waste Management	Awareness Creation Campus Sustainability
February	Call for Faculty-Student Research Proposals Climate Action Week (Talks, Exhibitions, Competitions)	Research & Innovation Advocacy & Youth Engagement
March	FDP on Teaching Sustainable Futures Community Outreach with Schools & NGOs	Faculty Development Environmental Education
April	Sustainathon — Student Innovation Hackathon Earth Day Celebration and Sustainability Awards	Entrepreneurship & Green Tech Recognition & Dissemination
May	Annual Green Audit & Report Submission	Monitoring & Review

Expected Outcomes

Establishment of a vibrant Center for Sustainable Development and Climate Change at DYPIU.
Enhanced environmental awareness and sustainability literacy across campus.
Publication of research outputs and participation in policy dialogues.
DYPIU’s recognition as a Green University and SDG-aligned Institution.
Concrete progress toward carbon neutrality by 2030.

Long-Term Goals (2025–2030)

Achieve a Carbon Neutral Campus by 2030.
Achieve a Carbon Neutral Campus by 2030.
Develop academic programs in Sustainability Studies and Environmental Management.
Publish an Annual Sustainability and Climate Action Report.
Secure national and international research grants on climate and sustainability.
Position DYPIU as a Regional Hub for SDG Implementation and Climate Action.

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