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Ain Shams University- Paving the way towards a paperless University Elagroudy, Sherien; Elbardisy, Wesam M; Hassan, Ghada F; Saoud, Abdelfattah; El-Meteini, Mahmoud A.S.
Journal of Sustainability Perspectives Vol 3: Special Issue 2023
Publisher : Universitas Diponegoro

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14710/jsp.2023.20828

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The conventional use of paper-based operations in daily working practices introduces numerous risks and financial burdens. Nowadays, Universities are aligning with the growing movement of "green" campuses. Going paperless is a green initiative contributing to sustainable development goals 11 and 12. Ain Shams University (ASU) attempted to establish a paperless campus through digital transformation as this movement promises high-quality academic and administrative services. This paper aims to highlight ASUs developed 3 R’s approach for paper waste reduction include switching to electronic exams, customizing paper amounts annually, implementing electronic payment and service options, and using barcodes for cafeterias by creating E-Systems to deliver services online. Starting with the ASU community’s cultural level, awareness campaigns are being conducted on proper waste management. Parallelly, segregation bins are placed throughout the campus to effectively separate waste streams for recycling options, either internally by the artistic activities or externally by our specialized partners. To ensure the efficiency of this digital transformation, this study investigates the different waste streams, generation rates and quantities. Statistical methods will be used to analyze relationships between variables and identify potential paper waste reduction and recycling plans. The outcome of this study is an evaluation of the current progress in implementing the strategy. Additionally, it could be used as a case study for developing strategies in moving toward establishing a successful paperless university model
Towards Efficient Energy Usage at Ain Shams University Campus El-Khattam, Walid; ElSabagh, Adel; Hassan, Ghada F; Saleh, Mohamed Ayman; Meteini, Mahmoud El
Journal of Sustainability Perspectives Vol 3: Special Issue 2023
Publisher : Universitas Diponegoro

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14710/jsp.2023.21646

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In the light of global energy transition to renewable resources and energy efficiency usage, Ain Shams University (ASU) developed an ambitious plan to transform its campus into Green Campus. From an energy perspective, energy consumption data were continuously collected and audited to calculate the university campus carbon footprint. An energy usage strategy was established to tackle various pillars such as electrifying the campuses’ transportation system, improving energy efficiency usage, generating Renewable Energy (RE) for self-consumption, etc. Extensive research has been initiated on electric vehicles, wind and solar Photovoltaic (PV) energy generation with students’ activities/competitions. Thus, electric cars and buses were manufactured at the Faculty of Engineering (FoE) for elderly people and staff movement in ASU campus. Solar PV lighting poles with batteries were installed in the main campus. A small-scale Wind Turbine (WT) is manufactured and installed at the FoE and a pilot solar PV system is installed as well. Currently, an energy efficiency project is under implementation in various buildings/faculties and a parking lot that targets energy efficiency and solar PV energy generation. An energy efficiency measure is under implementation through replacing lamps with LED lamps, installing motion sensors, setting up a control center for monitoring and operation that is supported by Artificial Intelligence decision making algorithms. Rooftop solar PV energy systems are under design with smart meters. The project is targeting energy saving and bill reduction by at least 30% and as a result a reduction of carbon footprint will be achieved following the COP27 recommendations.
Towards Efficient Energy Usage at Ain Shams University Campus El-Khattam, Walid; ElSabagh, Adel; Hassan, Ghada F; Saleh, Mohamed Ayman; Meteini, Mahmoud El
Journal of Sustainability Perspectives Vol 3: Special Issue 2023
Publisher : Universitas Diponegoro

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14710/jsp.2023.21646

Abstract

In the light of global energy transition to renewable resources and energy efficiency usage, Ain Shams University (ASU) developed an ambitious plan to transform its campus into Green Campus. From an energy perspective, energy consumption data were continuously collected and audited to calculate the university campus carbon footprint. An energy usage strategy was established to tackle various pillars such as electrifying the campuses’ transportation system, improving energy efficiency usage, generating Renewable Energy (RE) for self-consumption, etc. Extensive research has been initiated on electric vehicles, wind and solar Photovoltaic (PV) energy generation with students’ activities/competitions. Thus, electric cars and buses were manufactured at the Faculty of Engineering (FoE) for elderly people and staff movement in ASU campus. Solar PV lighting poles with batteries were installed in the main campus. A small-scale Wind Turbine (WT) is manufactured and installed at the FoE and a pilot solar PV system is installed as well. Currently, an energy efficiency project is under implementation in various buildings/faculties and a parking lot that targets energy efficiency and solar PV energy generation. An energy efficiency measure is under implementation through replacing lamps with LED lamps, installing motion sensors, setting up a control center for monitoring and operation that is supported by Artificial Intelligence decision making algorithms. Rooftop solar PV energy systems are under design with smart meters. The project is targeting energy saving and bill reduction by at least 30% and as a result a reduction of carbon footprint will be achieved following the COP27 recommendations.
Ain Shams University- Paving the way towards a paperless University Elagroudy, Sherien; Elbardisy, Wesam M; Hassan, Ghada F; Saoud, Abdelfattah; El-Meteini, Mahmoud A.S.
Journal of Sustainability Perspectives Vol 3: Special Issue 2023
Publisher : Universitas Diponegoro

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14710/jsp.2023.20828

Abstract

The conventional use of paper-based operations in daily working practices introduces numerous risks and financial burdens. Nowadays, Universities are aligning with the growing movement of "green" campuses. Going paperless is a green initiative contributing to sustainable development goals 11 and 12. Ain Shams University (ASU) attempted to establish a paperless campus through digital transformation as this movement promises high-quality academic and administrative services. This paper aims to highlight ASUs developed 3 R’s approach for paper waste reduction include switching to electronic exams, customizing paper amounts annually, implementing electronic payment and service options, and using barcodes for cafeterias by creating E-Systems to deliver services online. Starting with the ASU community’s cultural level, awareness campaigns are being conducted on proper waste management. Parallelly, segregation bins are placed throughout the campus to effectively separate waste streams for recycling options, either internally by the artistic activities or externally by our specialized partners. To ensure the efficiency of this digital transformation, this study investigates the different waste streams, generation rates and quantities. Statistical methods will be used to analyze relationships between variables and identify potential paper waste reduction and recycling plans. The outcome of this study is an evaluation of the current progress in implementing the strategy. Additionally, it could be used as a case study for developing strategies in moving toward establishing a successful paperless university model