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Sustainability

AUC tackles sustainability from every angle, reducing the University's carbon footprint, promoting environmental research and education, implementing recycling programs and raising public awareness. 

Sustainability at AUC

Sustainability is deeply integrated into every aspect of the AUC experience. We are committed to creating an environmentally conscious community that practices sustainability in all aspects of living and learning. Through innovative research, programs, initiatives and events, we actively promote responsible and optimized resources management to minimize AUC’s impact on the environment and maximize contributions to a more sustainable world.

Environmental Sustainability Policy

Quick Facts

  • Of campus landscape irrigation uses treated wastewater
  • First

    University in the MENA region to produce a carbon footprint report
  • 90/99

    AUC's Green rating in The Princeton Review Guide to Green Colleges 2026 Edition
  • AUC New Cairo Campus
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Office of Sustainability

The Office of Sustainability is responsible for addressing AUC’s environmental challenges, including climate change, resource scarcity, pollution, and waste management.

Academics and Research

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Academic Programs on Sustainability

AUC provides multiple academic programs on sustainability, which aim to educate innovative and visionary leaders with a holistic understanding of the developmental challenges in today’s world.

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Center for Applied Research on the Environment and Sustainability (CARES)

The center guides sustainable development efforts, providing holistic academic programs, applied interdisciplinary research, and community services for improving lives, livelihoods and safeguarding natural resources.

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Climate Change Initiative

Established in response to worldwide climate change challenges. The initiative includes research, student activities, teaching and learning, as well as outreach activities.

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Global Impact

AUC is a sustainability trailblazer among the region’s higher education institutions, setting an example for others and going beyond the boundaries of its campus to achieve tangible environmental and social impact. From developing green strategies and promoting renewable energy sources to engaging with the community and equipping future leaders with a sustainability mindset, AUC addresses critical environmental, social and governance concerns to ensure the sustainability of our society and world.