PSBU Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 7)
Affordable and Clean Energy
The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) proposed by the United Nations form a universal blueprint aimed at achieving a more equitable, peaceful, and sustainable world by 2030.
Summary of SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
SDG 7 aims to ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all. Approximately 759 million people still lack electricity. The goal promotes energy efficiency, renewable energy, and expanding modern energy services in underserved areas. It also emphasizes the need for cleaner technologies to reduce environmental impact and mitigate climate change.
How can this SDG 7 be applied at PSBU?
Summary: This goal seeks to ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all.
- Research: Conduct studies on renewable energy solutions like solar and wind power.
- Community: Provide training on the installation of solar panels for rural communities.
- In-house: Install renewable energy systems on campus buildings.
- Campus: Launch energy conservation campaigns among students and staff.
- Partnerships: Collaborate with energy companies to promote clean energy solutions in underserved areas.
- Solar Energy on Campus: Install solar panels across university buildings to reduce dependency on non-renewable energy sources and promote sustainable energy use.
- Renewable Energy Research: Invest in research centers dedicated to exploring clean energy alternatives, such as solar, wind, and bioenergy, contributing to national and regional energy security.
- Energy Conservation Campaigns: Launch energy efficiency campaigns within the university community, encouraging energy-saving behaviors and the use of renewable energy products like solar water heaters.