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Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6, which aims to "Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all," is a critical area of focus for global development. The University of Rizal System (URS) is committed to ensuring sustainability through various initiatives to provide access to clean water, improve sanitation facilities, and promote responsible water use on all campuses. As an educational institution, URS fosters a culture of environmental responsibility and sustainability through its programs, projects, and activities within the higher academic institution and the province.
With the implementation of the university environmental management plan, the goal is to reduce overall water usage, ensuring that available water resources are used efficiently and sustainably. The university also encourages its students, faculty, staff, and other stakeholders to adopt water-saving practices daily. Through awareness campaigns and educational programs, URS seeks to instill the value of water conservation, emphasizing that small changes in daily behavior can lead to significant long-term benefits for both the environment and society.
URS recognizes the importance of sanitation and advocates for public health and well-being. It has laid out plans and initiatives to improve sanitation facilities, ensuring that restrooms, drainage systems, and waste disposal mechanisms are well-maintained and accessible to all students, staff, and stakeholders.
Additionally, the university promotes proper waste management practices, emphasizing waste segregation, recycling, and the reduction of single-use plastics through its Environmental Education and Biodiversity Center (EEBRC). These initiatives help prevent the contamination of water sources, reduce waste, and minimize environmental impact, contributing to better overall sanitation.
URS FARSL assisted DSWD National Training School for Boys
URS FARSL assisted DSWD National Training School for Boys
URS extends its commitment to clean water and sanitation beyond its campuses through outreach programs at local communities in Rizal province and neighboring areas. It collaborates with local government units (LGUs), non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and other stakeholders to implement community-based water and sanitation projects.
The university, employees, and student workforce organize workshops, seminars, and outreach programs on clean water, sanitation, and waste management. The students display their knowledge of the global water crisis and the interconnectedness of water, health, and the environment.
With its curricular offerings on public health, fisheries, and agricultural engineering, the university incorporates water-related topics into its academic curricula, which discuss issues in theory and practical real-life applications. The students are taught the theoretical aspects of water management and engage in practical projects that involve designing and implementing sustainable water and sanitation systems. These initiatives help them understand their crucial role in achieving SDG 6 as future professionals and responsible citizens.
As part of its sustainable plan for SDG 6, the university will invest in the maintenance of its wastewater treatment systems, technology integration, and innovative research projects in the years to come as it fulfills its commitment to nurturing tomorrow’s noblest and environmental stewardship.
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