Assiut University actively uses Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of its Energy and Climate Change strategies in alignment with SDG13.
• Planning:
• GIS mapping and renewable energy simulation software are used to identify suitable locations for
solar and wind energy installations.
• The university promotes climate awareness via digital platforms across 312 undergraduate and 134
postgraduate courses related to climate action and sustainability.
• Implementation:
• ICT-based project management tools are used during the installation of solar panels and energyefficient
systems.
• In 2023, 18% of total university energy consumption (112,508 GJ out of 182,124 GJ) came from lowcarbon
sources.
• Clean energy agriculture projects, such as Jojoba cultivation, are monitored using digital tools.
• Monitoring:
• Renewable energy output, electricity consumption, and CO₂ emissions are continuously tracked
through digital dashboards and smart metering systems.
• Data is recorded and analyzed to ensure progress toward emissions reduction.
• Evaluation:
• The university follows the Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Protocol framework for evaluating its carbon
footprint and planning for carbon neutrality.
• ICT supports documentation and reporting of climate mitigation activities, including:
o 4,000 Jojoba trees planted,
o 1,000 fruit trees planted in 2024 under the “100 Million Trees” initiative,
o Digital monitoring of waste reduction and eco-friendly transportation initiatives.
