Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

At SRKREC, sustainability is embraced as a fundamental institutional commitment driving education, research, infrastructure, and community engagement. The institution actively aligns its initiatives with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), fostering environmental responsibility, social well-being, and sustainable innovation. Through eco-conscious campus practices, impactful research, renewable energy initiatives, and industry-driven solutions, SRKREC strives to create a greener, cleaner, and more resilient future. By integrating sustainability into academic and institutional practices, SRKREC continues to contribute meaningfully toward global sustainable development priorities.

Our Four Pillars

Green Campus

A biodiversity-rich campus nurturing 94+ plant species through native plantations, Miyawaki forests, an in-house nursery, and dedicated Ayurvedha Vanam initiatives.

Energy Conservation

Energy-efficient lighting, solar rooftops, and smart campus technology minimize energy waste.

Water Management

Rainwater harvesting, sewage-treatment plant & recycled water for landscaping.

Waste Management

Segregation at source, composting of wet waste & tie-ups with authorised e-waste recyclers.

Key Initiatives

Rooftop solar PV panels installed on academic blocks & hostel roofs contribute to peak-hour demand and reduce grid dependency.

Annual NSS-led plantation drives have added thousands of native trees to the campus, supporting birdlife and improving local microclimate.

Rooftop & surface rainwater is channelled to recharge pits and storage tanks, replenishing groundwater on a 30-acre campus.

Single-use plastics phased out from canteens & events; reusable bottles & refill stations promoted across blocks.

Wet waste from canteen & hostels composted on-site; dry waste segregated & recycled through authorised vendors. E-waste handled separately under CPCB norms.

SRKR Green Campus Glimpses

Floating Wet Land
Floating Wet Land
Rooftop Solar PV Installation
Rooftop Solar PV Installation
For Groundwater Recharge
For Groundwater Recharge
Rich Plant Diversity & Ayurveda Nursery
Rich Plant Diversity & Ayurveda Nursery
Rainwater Harvesting & Ground Recharge
Rainwater Harvesting & Ground Recharge
From Dry Leaves and Kitchen Vegetable Waste
From Dry Leaves and Kitchen Vegetable Waste
Floating Wet Land
Floating Wet Land
Rooftop Solar PV Installation
Rooftop Solar PV Installation
For Groundwater Recharge
For Groundwater Recharge
Rich Plant Diversity & Ayurveda Nursery
Rich Plant Diversity & Ayurveda Nursery
Rainwater Harvesting & Ground Recharge
Rainwater Harvesting & Ground Recharge
From Dry Leaves and Kitchen Vegetable Waste
From Dry Leaves and Kitchen Vegetable Waste

100+

kWp Solar Capacity

5,000+

Trees Planted

60%

Water Recycled

25%

Energy Saved YoY

UN Sustainable Development Goals Alignment

SRKREC has made significant contributions to research aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), reflected through its extensive and impactful publication record. The institution’s major research focus areas include Goal 3: Good Health and Well-Being, with 198 publications emphasizing healthcare advancements, medical innovation, and societal well-being, and Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy, with 199 publications addressing renewable energy technologies and sustainable energy solutions. Significant contributions are also evident in Goal 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, with 172 publications highlighting SRKREC’s commitment to innovation, sustainable industrial growth, and infrastructure development. Through its diverse and interdisciplinary research initiatives, SRKREC continues to align with global sustainability priorities and demonstrates a strong commitment to advancing knowledge, innovation, and practical solutions for societal development.

1

No Poverty
4 Publications

2

Zero Hunger
61 Publications

3

Good Health and Well-being
265 Publications

4

Quality Education
38 Publications

5

Gender Equality
3 Publications

6

Clean Water and Sanitation
77 Publications

7

Affordable and Clean Energy
280 Publications

8

Decent Work and Economic Growth
51 Publications

9

Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
216 Publications

10

Reduced Inequalities
12 Publications

11

Sustainable Cities and Communities
112 Publications

12

Responsible Consumption and Production
86 Publications

13

Climate Action
53 Publications

14

Life Below Water
51 Publications

15

Life on Land
49 Publications

16

Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
13 Publications

17

Partnerships for the Goals
46 Publications

Aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals .

Reports & Policies