Publication of SDG11 report
The university’s urban planning and architecture programs emphasize sustainable design principles. King Salman International University (KSIU) also engages in community projects that aim to create more livable and resilient cities. KSIU publishes yearly reports about SDG 11; the current report is given here.
Make Cities and Human Settlements Inclusive, Safe, Resilient, and Sustainable
The 2030 goal is to ensure access to safe and affordable housing. The indicator named to measure progress towards this goal is the proportion of urban population living in slums or informal settlements. Between 2000 and 2014, the percentage fell from 39% to 30%. However, the absolute number of people living in slums increased from 792 million in 2000 to an estimated 880 million in 2014. The movement from rural to urban areas has increased due to population growth and better housing alternatives.
University Policy to Achieve the Goal
King Salman International University operates through three smart campuses in the South Sinai Governorate, Egypt. These campuses provide an innovative educational living experience through the application of the Internet of Things (IoT) system, which ensures effectiveness and safety across the campus.
This technology provides students with an advanced educational and assessment experience, including smart classrooms and laboratories.
The university provides sports facilities on campus, including football, tennis, volleyball, and basketball courts as well as a fully equipped gym.
Department of Landscaping and Green Spaces at the university ensures a sustainable and green environment.
Engineering Department of the university performs daily operations to maintain the educational, residential, and service buildings across all branches.
The Academic Guidance Unit in university colleges supports students through academic advisors.
University cities and hotel housing are available for both students and employees at reasonable prices.
The university supports arts and heritage by organizing and participating in art exhibitions and conferences.
Measuring and defining sustainable mobility goals within the university is a priority.
Green Campus Initiatives
A guideline to allocate at least 10-15% of the total campus area as open green spaces ensures outdoor access for relaxation, recreation, and wellness activities. This contributes to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly campus.
The university promotes sustainable transportation by carefully planning the number of parking spaces in relation to campus facilities to reduce carbon emissions.
The engineering department, with its team of technicians and engineers, ensures the sustainability of resources through maintenance and environmentally friendly practices.
Water Conservation Efforts
Water-saving installations, such as low-flow toilets, and the selection of drought-resistant crops have significantly reduced water consumption on campus.
The use of smart irrigation systems and automatic central control has reduced irrigation rates for crops by 30-35%, conserving water resources and reducing pressure on local supplies.