Green Campus Initiatives taken by the Institution
Restricted Entry of automobiles
University has adopted the policy of restricted entry of vehicles into the campus, as a result of which, it has greatly reduced the environmental pollution. There is display at the entrance of main gate itself to the restricted entry of vehicles. In order to save energy, university runs buses to ferry both staff and students from point to point and encourage car pool.
Use of bicycle/ Battery powered Vehicles
University has two battery powered vehicles particularly for the transport of physically challenged students and faculty from one school to another school for attending classes. University also encourages the use of bicycles by students to move from one campus to another campus.
Pedestrian Friendly Path Ways
Pedestrian path ways are in place within the campus for the movement of students and employees.
Ban on use of Plastics
SU campus is plastic free. To encourage students and faculty on the ban of plastics, posters have been displayed on prominent locations like hostels, canteen, main building and in each school. Water is being supplied either by steel containers or by glass containers. Absolutely plastic bottles are not encouraged in any programmes conducted by the university.
Landscaping with Trees and Plants
Ornamental plants and flowering plants have been planted in the campus along the pathways. Perennials have also been planted throughout the campus providing enough shade to the students and faculty. The university also has green house wherein vegetables are being cultivated for the experiential learning of students especially for School of Agriculture. Very beautiful lawn in both the campuses is maintained for playing cricket and football. Medicinal and aromatic plants garden is maintained in the premises of Ayurveda Medical College and Hospitals.