Prof. Mohamed Hussein:

• Launch of extensive awareness campaigns targeting students, faculty members, and administrative staff

• Real-time monitoring of implementation, in addition to individual oversight for each facility

   Professor Dr. Mohamed Hussein, President of Tanta University, announced the launch of the university’s comprehensive strategy to conserve energy and maximize the efficient use of available resources. This initiative is in line with the directives of the Prime Minister’s Office and the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, emphasizing the adoption of national policies for energy conservation and environmental sustainability within the university campus.

   Prof. Hussein highlighted that the proposed strategy is based on a clear scientific and methodological vision, noting that 50% of opportunities for consumption reduction stem from proper management and conscious operation. He explained that the plan places "university buildings" at the core of its focus, citing global statistics indicating that buildings account for approximately 34% of energy consumption worldwide. He emphasized that efforts will be intensified to regulate air-conditioning and cooling operations, which alone constitute half of building energy consumption during operational phases.

   The strategy also includes a parallel path focused on awareness and behavioral change. Extensive campaigns will be launched targeting students, faculty, and administrative staff, aiming to achieve tangible and rapid results without imposing additional burdens on the university’s budget. These campaigns will foster a culture of conservation as a shared responsibility and encourage the use of light and eco-friendly transportation, such as bicycles, as a primary means of commuting within the city of Tanta. Prof. Hussein stressed that this initiative not only saves energy but also promotes the health of students and staff and reduces carbon emissions, aligning with the objectives of “Egypt Vision 2030” and the national sustainable development agenda.

   Prof. Hussein outlined the executive tracks of the plan, noting that they are divided into two temporal axes to ensure maximum efficiency. Short-term measures include strict regulations currently implemented by the university, such as optimizing natural daylight usage, reducing corridor lighting by half during working hours, issuing strict directives to avoid running air-conditioning units at full capacity until mid-May, and maintaining a maximum temperature setting of 26°C in cases of necessity. The plan also mandates complete power shutdown of facilities after official working hours, except for essential infrastructure such as electronic systems. Concurrently, a comprehensive technical maintenance campaign will be conducted to insulate roofs thermally and upgrade windows and doors to minimize air leakage and solar radiation.

   Medium- and long-term measures include a strategic shift toward full replacement of lighting systems with LED technology equipped with smart motion sensors in halls and corridors. The university also plans to expand the installation of solar panels and solar water heaters, particularly in student housing and hospitals, progressing toward establishing electric vehicle charging stations and gradually converting the university’s transport fleet to clean energy, supporting smart and sustainable infrastructure.

   Prof. Hussein emphasized that the strategy also prioritizes monitoring and impact measurement to ensure these plans are translated into tangible results. Specialized field committees from the university’s engineering departments will oversee real-time implementation of measures, in addition to adopting an “individual monitoring” approach for each facility. This allows for identifying high-consumption buildings, analyzing causes of waste, and addressing them immediately using smart management systems.

   The president further announced the pivotal role of the Faculty of Engineering in this national project, with specialized academic and technical committees conducting periodic evaluations of the technical and economic impact of all implemented measures and producing analytical reports to support decision-making and ensure optimal utilization of available resources.

   These announcements were made during the March session of the Tanta University Council, chaired by Prof. Mohamed Hussein, with the attendance of Prof. Fouad Haras, former President of Tanta University; Prof. Abdel Hakim Abdel Khalek, former President of Tanta University; Prof. Mahmoud Selim, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development; Prof. Hatem Amin, Vice President for Postgraduate Studies and Research; Prof. El-Sayed El-Agooz, Vice President for Education and Student Affairs; deans of faculties; legal advisor Mr. Khairy Amara; and university secretary Mr. Ahmed Rashad.