Social Initiatives
Jal Shakti Abhiyan – Catch the Rain 2022
Mahindra University is dedicated to fostering a sustainable future by conserving precious water and energy resources. Our proactive approach to water management includes efficient water usage, rainwater harvesting, and wastewater recycling. By minimizing water consumption and maximizing water reuse, we aim to reduce our ecological footprint and protect our planet’s delicate balance.
By choosing sustainability, we are not only preserving our environment but also inspiring future generations to embrace eco-conscious practices. Thereby promoting a green campus and reusing and recycling water by using it to water plants and trees.
Following the footsteps of the Government of India’s Jal Shakti Abhiyan, it is dedicated to ensuring the water security of our country to protect lives and livelihood with its theme for the year 2022 being “Catch the Rain, where it falls, when it falls’, and accordingly all the recommendations as laid down in the UGC letter No. 2-19/2022(CPP-II) dated 25.03.2022 as given below are being implemented under the following subheads:
- Water conservation and rainwater harvesting plan
- Renovation of traditional and other water bodies/tanks
- Reuse, borewell recharge structures
- Watershed development
Further, the campaign has been given wide publicity and accordingly the letter of UGC in this regard has been placed on the website of Mahindra University, Hyderabad.
Weather Station
Mahindra University inaugurated state-of-the-art meteorological and air quality monitoring station, a collaborative effort with the US Consulate General in Hyderabad, City University of New York (CUNY), and Bronx Community College (BCC). This cutting-edge facility significantly enhances India’s environmental data network, providing valuable insights for research, education, and policymaking.
Equipped with advanced technology, including the AirLink air quality monitor and Davis Vantage Pro2 Plus weather station, the solar-powered station will measure a wide range of environmental parameters: temperature, humidity, wind speed and direction, rainfall, sunlight, UV radiation, and air quality index (AQI). Real-time data will be transmitted to platforms like the Davis WeatherLink app and IBM’s Weather Underground Network, enabling accessible analysis and public awareness.
By combining the expertise of academic institutions and diplomatic efforts, this joint venture aims to contribute to a more sustainable future, fostering environmental awareness and informed decision-making.
MU Partners with UNESCO for a Greener Future
Mahindra University Mahindra University has taken a significant step towards a sustainable future by partnering with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to join the Greening Education Partnership. This global initiative aims to empower learners with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to address the urgent climate crisis.
By integrating climate change into existing educational systems and curricula, the partnership will serve as a model for institutions worldwide. It will focus on four key pillars:
- Greening Schools: Ensuring schools are climate-resilient, inclusive, and community-engaged.
- Greening Curriculum: Developing high-quality climate change education curricula and pedagogy.
- Greening Teacher Training: Equipping educators with the tools to effectively teach climate change.
- Greening Communities: Promoting lifelong learning and youth-led climate action.
Mahindra University will actively contribute to the Greening Education Partnership by sharing best practices, developing innovative educational resources, and participating in global efforts to create a sustainable future. The university’s commitment to sustainability aligns perfectly with the partnership’s mission to cultivate environmentally conscious and responsible citizens.
