Sustainability is at the heart of campus life, shaping choices and daily practices. Both staff and students engage in training that develops knowledge, practical skills, and eco-conscious habits. Programs focus on energy and water management, waste reduction, sustainable mobility, and responsible resource use. Through interactive modules and workshops, participants are empowered to act, fostering a culture of responsibility, innovation, and a greener campus.
An online sustainability training module has been developed at An-Najah National University to ensure that all staff members have the knowledge and skills needed to contribute to a positive environmental impact. The module explains how daily work activities can influence environmental and energy performance, highlights the role of staff in managing these impacts, and emphasizes the importance of adopting sustainable practices within the University.
This training is mandatory for all staff members. It is first completed as part of the orientation and induction program when new employees join the University and must be repeated every three years to maintain awareness and update knowledge. In addition, the University organizes regular induction sessions for new staff, which include a short presentation on sustainability initiatives at the University, allowing participants to ask questions and share ideas to further strengthen sustainability practices on campus.
The continuous loop of staff sustainability compliance
The training includes several important topics, such as:
The University’s Sustainability Vision and commitment to sustainable development.
Sustainable Travel, including environmentally friendly transportation options and responsible business travel.
Energy and Water Management, focusing on reducing consumption and improving efficiency.
Resource Use, Recycling, and Waste Management, including the principles of the waste hierarchy.
Sustainable Procurement, encouraging responsible and environmentally friendly purchasing practices.
Environmental and Energy Management Systems, including sustainability goals and environmental responsibility.
Sustainability Engagement, such as participating in sustainability initiatives and networks.
How to Get Involved, including ways to learn more, take action, and support sustainability activities at the University.
If you need additional training in areas such as waste management, energy efficiency, sustainable travel, or identifying environmental impacts and risks related to your work, you can contact the sustainability team at [email protected].
The training module is flexible and easy to complete Staff can
Once you have completed the module, your training record will be automatically updated in the University’s training system.
At An-Najah National University, our student induction programs include training to ensure all students are aware of the University’s sustainability strategy and policies. The goal is to help students understand how they can make sustainable choices in both their personal lives and campus activities.
Key elements of the training include
Information about the University’s sustainability strategy is included in the student orientation materials and communicated to all new students.
Additional sustainability messages are shared throughout the year.
The Sustainability Services team participates in Welcome Week for new students to talk about sustainability initiatives on campus. Sustainability guidance is included in the Student Guide, with practical tips on reducing environmental impact and traveling sustainably on campus.
A short video introduces students to the 17 UN SDGs and offers tips on reducing environmental impact and traveling sustainably on campus.
A 360-degree ecosystem for new student induction
The formula for achieving the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals
By combining frictionless, mandatory compliance for campus operators with omnipresent cultural nudges for the student body, An-Najah National University engineers a complete ecosystem capable of executing global sustainability standards.
An-Najah National University, in partnership with the Union of Mediterranean Universities (UNIMED) and the Palestinian Student Scholarship Fund, has launched the Technical Education Support for Higher Education Students (TESI) in February 2024.
