The WWF is run at a local level by the following offices...
- WWF Global
- Adria
- Argentina
- Armenia
- AsiaPacific
- Australia
- Austria
- Azerbaijan
- Belgium
- Bhutan
- Bolivia
- Borneo
- Brazil
- Bulgaria
- Cambodia
- Cameroon
- Canada
- Caucasus
- Central African Republic
- Central America
- Central Asia
- Chile
- China
- Colombia
- Croatia
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Denmark
- Ecuador
- European Policy Office
- Finland
What is the EcoSmart Campus Programme?
EcoSmart Campus is a certification programme that fosters sustainability in academic institutions by integrating environmental education and empowering students as change leaders, promoting stewardship across campus life. By adopting eco-friendly practices, EcoSmart Campuses will significantly reduce their environmental impact, promote circular economy principles, and create low-carbon zones and an eco-conscious society. Campuses meeting the minimum passing criteria will be recognised with the EcoSmart Campus Certificate and Logo.
- Conserve natural resources and reduce environmental footprint, leading to monetary benefits, and enhanced environmental performance
- Empower students and staff to drive change, raising awareness and promoting sustainability.
- Transform the campus into a green zone with eco-friendly practices, including plantation and establishment of plastic-free spaces.
Benefits
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Significant resource and carbon footprint reduction, leading to substantial cost savings
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Opportunity to calculate and offset emissions, contributing to a greener environment.
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Mentorship from WWF-Pakistan as a co-supervisor in the final year projects of the students.
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Feature blogs on WWF-Pakistan's webpage, showcasing youth perspectives on environmental issues.
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Publishment of research papers in collaboration with the campus and WWF-Pakistan on topics related to environmental sustainability.
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Acknowledgement of the top performers working under the EcoSmart Campus Team by WWF-Pakistan.
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Opportunity for students and staff to participate in WWF-Pakistan events at least once a year, facilitating networking.
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Collaboration opportunities for students, staff, and other organizations to showcase their sustainable practices in WWF-Pakistan’s quarterly newsletter and on other platforms.
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Well-informed, eco-conscious staff and students.
Services Offered
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Guidance and support for the development and implementation of a tailored Environmental Management System (EMS).
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Conduct regular capacity building sessions for the EcoSmart Campus Team.
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Deliver awareness sessions and lectures on sustainable initiatives and eco-friendly practices for students and staff.
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Carry out regular audits, assessments and inspection visits to ensure compliance and continual improvement.
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Calculation of the campus’s carbon footprint and guidance on offsetting emissions.
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Provision of a Certificate and right to use EcoSmart Campus logo upon fulfillment of criteria.
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Informative materials such as eco-tips/newsletters to enhance environmental awareness.
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Recognition as a sustainability leader on WWF-Pakistan’s website.
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Subscription to Natura, our flagship quarterly magazine, showcasing success stories and insightful articles on environmental conservation
Browse the Ecosmart Campus web page and connect with our representative. WWF representatives can deliver an introductory presentation on the EcoSmart Campus Initiative at your institution.
Become an EcoSmart Campus with WWF-Pakistan.
Contact for Details:
Sahib Alam Khan
sakhan@wwf.org.pk
Muhammad Huzaifa
mhuzaifa@wwf.org.pk