Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Program

National Chiayi University has implemented a comprehensive greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction program that includes the following key initiatives:

1. Renewable Energy Integration:

Solar power systems are used to heat steam boilers in food processing on campus. Additionally, solar charging stations have been established to encourage the use of electric vehicles.

Wind power generation has been activated, with the generated electricity used in student practice classrooms to promote hands-on learning with renewable energy.

2. Energy Efficiency:

All dormitory hot water supplies are heated by heat pump water heaters, reducing electricity consumption.

Intelligent energy management systems, high-efficiency inverter air conditioners, and LED lighting with light detection capabilities have been installed campus-wide, and ISO 50001 standards are actively promoted.

3. Transportation Emissions Reduction:

Motorcycles are prohibited from entering the campus, and electric vehicles are utilized for official campus business and transfers between departments.

The campus provides 100 YouBikes and 200 bike posts for sustainable transit options, connecting to Chiayi City’s bike rental network.

In addition, solar-powered EV charging stations are available, encouraging faculty, staff, and students to use electric vehicles to help lower campus-wide carbon emissions.

Electric shuttle buses are available for students and staff commuting between campuses, complemented by rideshare groups and on-campus parking charges to encourage reduced car usage.

4. Waste Management:

The campus has developed a comprehensive recycling program, including resource recycling fields and a wood material recycling plant. Recycled items are reorganized and sold in second-hand flea markets, with proceeds used for environmental initiatives.

A rainwater storage system and intelligent water management system are installed to monitor and conserve water resources, helping manage emergencies with timely water leakage detection.

5. Environmental Education:

Resource recycling is incorporated into environmental courses, where students participate directly in recycling operations. This practical experience reinforces the importance of waste sorting and resource recovery.

This multi-faceted approach targets emissions across Scopes 1, 2, and 3, aligning with goals in energy conservation, sustainable transport, waste reduction, and environmental stewardship.

Additional evidence links: 

1. https://youtu.be/VM5YdBYHsNE

2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RAbTOJqNYDE

3. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cUTvILxUvZ4&t=21s