The Central University of Himachal Pradesh is committed to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As part of our institutional responsibility towards sustainable development, we have implemented various initiatives, policies, and activities across all 17 SDG goals. This page showcases our commitment to creating a sustainable future through education, research, and community engagement.
We invite all students, faculty, staff, and scholars to participate in our Sustainability Survey to help us assess and improve our sustainability initiatives.
Take the Survey Now| SDG Goals | University Activities | University Policies/Actions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 No Poverty | Fee-waiver schemes, Student welfare funds, Community outreach to poor households | Awareness campaigns on education, health, and hygiene, Need-based scholarships, Adoption of nearby villages, Financial aid policy, Support for first-generation learners |
| 2 Zero Hunger | Midday/special meals for hostel students, Campus food quality committees, Nutrition awareness camps | Zero food-waste policy, Affordable and nutritious mess policy, Strengthening canteen hygiene norms |
| 3 Good Health & Well-being | Annual health check-ups, Yoga & fitness programs, Counselling and mental-health sessions | Health centre strengthening, Anti-drug/anti-ragging policies, Insurance for student, Sport Competitions, stress management workshops |
| 4 Quality Education | Smart classrooms, Teacher training workshops, MOOCs and open learning | NEP 2020 implementation, Inclusive education policy, Curriculum revision committees, Research centres promoting IKS |
| 5 Gender Equality | Women empowerment clubs, Self-defence training, Gender sensitisation workshops | ICC (Internal Complaints Committee), Anti-harassment policy, Women's grievance redressal mechanism |
| 6 Clean Water & Sanitation | Water testing drives, Sanitation audits, Awareness on water conservation, Water harvesting structures, Wastewater management, Swachh campus policy | Water harvesting structures, Wastewater management, Swachh campus policy, Events on World Water Day & Environment Day |
| 7 Affordable & Clean Energy | Renewable energy seminars, Student innovations in energy labs | Solar panels on campus, Energy-efficient appliances, Green audit implementation |
| 8 Decent Work & Economic Growth | Career fairs, Entrepreneurship development cells, Skill development workshops | Incubation centre policy, Industry-university MoUs, Internship guidelines, Online NET classes, Orientation programmes |
| 9 Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure | Research projects with industry, Hackathons & innovation challenges | Upgrading labs & research facilities, Technology transfer cells, IPR & patent policy |
| 10 Reduced Inequalities | Awareness programs for marginalized groups, Special coaching for disadvantaged students | Reservation policy compliance, Disabled-friendly infrastructure, Equality & non-discrimination policy |
| 11 Sustainable Cities & Communities | Cultural festivals, Heritage walks, Urban research projects | Green campus plan, Disaster management plan, Safe campus mobility system |
| 12 Responsible Consumption & Production | Waste segregation activities, Paperless office initiatives, Recycling drives | Procurement of eco-friendly materials, E-waste management rules, Composting units |
| 13 Climate Action | Climate literacy campaigns, Tree plantation drives, Carbon footprint studies | Climate resilience policy, Environmental management system, Annual green audit |
| 14 Life Below Water | Water body cleaning drives, Marine/environmental science projects | Policies to reduce plastic use, Collaboration with water research institutes |
| 15 Life on Land | Biodiversity documentation, Campus plantation & nursery | Campus biodiversity policy, Protection of green areas, Sustainable landscaping guidelines |
| 16 Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions | Ethics and governance workshops, Student parliament activities | RTI compliance, Anti-corruption measures, Transparent grievance systems |
| 17 Partnerships for the Goals | Joint research programs, Student exchange programs, NGO/government collaborations | MoUs with global/national institutions, Public-private partnership policy, SDG cell or committee |
End poverty in all its forms everywhere, ensure social protection for all, guarantee equal rights to economic resources, build resilience of vulnerable groups.
End hunger and ensure access to nutritious food, end all forms of malnutrition, double agricultural productivity of small-scale farmers, promote sustainable and resilient food production systems.
Ensure healthy lives and well-being for all, reduce maternal and child mortality, end epidemics like AIDS, TB, and malaria, achieve universal access to healthcare and essential medicines.
Ensure free, quality primary and secondary education, provide equal access to affordable technical and higher education, improve skills for employment and decent work, eliminate gender disparities and promote inclusive education for all.
End all forms of discrimination against women and girls, eliminate gender-based violence, ensure equal opportunities for women in education, employment, and leadership, recognize and value unpaid care and domestic work, ensure equal rights to resources, property and financial services.
Ensure universal access to safe and affordable drinking water, provide adequate sanitation and hygiene facilities for all, reduce water pollution and improve water quality, increase water-use efficiency and promote sustainable water management, protect and restore water-related ecosystems.
Ensure universal access to affordable, reliable, and modern energy, increase the share of renewable energy globally, improve energy efficiency across all sectors, promote clean energy technologies and infrastructure investment.
Promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth, create decent job opportunities and support productive employment, protect labor rights and ensure safe working conditions, encourage innovation, entrepreneurship, and MSME development.
Develop quality, reliable, and sustainable infrastructure, promote sustainable and inclusive industrialisation, support research, innovation, and technology advancement, increase access of small industries to finance and technology.
Reduce income inequality and promote social inclusion, ensure equal opportunities for all groups, eliminate discriminatory laws and practices, promote safe and responsible migration policies.
Ensure access to safe, affordable housing, improve public transport and reduce urban pollution, promote sustainable urban planning and green areas, strengthen disaster resilience and risk reduction.
Reduce waste generation through recycling and reuse, promote efficient use of natural resources, encourage companies to adopt sustainable practices, raise consumer awareness about responsible consumption.
Strengthen resilience to climate-related hazards, integrate climate action into national policies, promote climate education and awareness, support renewable and low-carbon technologies.
Reduce marine pollution and waste, promote sustainable fishing practices, protect marine biodiversity and coastal ecosystems, support small-scale fishers sustainably.
Prevent deforestation and promote afforestation, protect biodiversity and endangered species, combat desertification and land degradation, promote sustainable forest and land management.
Reduce violence and promote peaceful societies, ensure equal access to justice, combat corruption and strengthen institutions, protect human rights and ensure transparency.
Strengthen global partnerships and cooperation, mobilize financial resources for development, promote technology transfer and innovation, support capacity-building in developing countries.
Students making pickles from organic fruits at campus.
Training & Placement Cell10-day self-defense training for women in collaboration with Himachal Armed Police.
Women Empowerment CellSeries of yoga and wellness programs across campus and community.
Health & Wellness CellSpecial Campaign 5.0 plantation drive for green campus initiative.
Environmental CellSustainable Tourism and Wellness: A Path to a Greener Future.
Tourism DepartmentInternational collaboration for academic and research exchange.
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