UNIVERSIDAD AUTÓNOMA DE NUEVO LEÓN
SECRETARÍA DE SUSTENTABILIDAD
UANL Annual Sustainability Report
As part of the celebration of its 91st anniversary,, the Autonomous University of Nuevo León (UANL) presents to the university community and society its Annual Sustainability Report 2023,a document that reflects not only the achievements of the last year, but also the institutional vision and responsibility for the future, within the framework of the UANL Institutional Development Program 2024-2040.
The report contains a description of the initiatives and achievements achieved by the UANL in 2023 in terms of sustainability. Among the most relevant actions are the following: a) the containment of the growth of the carbon footprint by implementing good practices in energy consumption, as well as promoting the use of renewable energy; b) carrying out efficient water management, reducing its consumption through good management practices and adequate control of leaks; c) the proper management and disposal of waste, through awareness campaigns on the responsible use of resources and recycling days; d) the incorporation of topics related to environmental care and sustainable development in the academic curriculum, in addition to promoting the participation of students and teachers in research projects focused on providing sustainable solutions; e) the operation of natural resource monitoring and conservation programs and f) the institutional program on sustainable mobility CONECTA UANL, among other actions described in the report.
The report is a testimony to the hard and great work carried out throughout the year by students, teachers and administrative staff who are committed to promoting sustainable development in university environments and promoting a culture of sustainability among the population of Nuevo León and the northeastern region of Mexico.
Throughout the report, one can observe the results of the process of alignment that the UANL has been carrying out of its policies and strategies with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) promoted by the United Nations (UN), which implies a long-term commitment to mitigating climate change, promoting affordable and non- polluting energy, and the sustainable management of natural resources.
Despite the progress made, the Annual Sustainability Report 2023, also points out that UANL faces significant challenges in the short, medium and long term. These include continuing to improve energy efficiency and waste management, as well as strengthening the culture of sustainability among members of the university community. However, in line with the UANL Vision 2040, we look to the future with a comprehensive vision, aimed at generating solutions that address the challenges facing contemporary society, which positions us not only as the Most Sustainable University in Mexico, but also as a benchmark in sustainability at an international level.
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