Climate change and environmental degradation pose existential threats to our planet and its inhabitants. Recognizing the urgency of these challenges, the university proposes the establishment of the Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability Center (CCESC).
The CCESC will be a dynamic institution dedicated to:
The CCESC aims to achieve its mission through the following objectives:
The proposed CCESC at BBSUTSD will offer a range of services to advance environmental knowledge, empower stakeholders, and support sustainable practices. These services include:
By offering these comprehensive services, the CCESC will serve as a valuable resource for individuals, organizations, and communities seeking to address environmental challenges and promote a sustainable future.
The CCESC will actively encourage and support innovative projects and ideas on climate change and environmental sustainability from faculty members, researchers, and students. This will include:
Furthermore, the CCESC will prioritize its focus on areas aligned with the SDGs. The center's research, education, and outreach activities will be strategically designed to support the university's contributions to achieving these goals in various forms. This may include: