Introduction

The university actively participates in the UI GreenMetric World University Ranking by implementing sustainability practices in campus operations. Under the Waste (W) category, the institution integrates Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to optimize waste management processes — including collection, segregation, monitoring, and reporting.

The use of ICT contributes to transparency, efficiency, and data-driven decisions in achieving sustainability goals aligned with SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) and SDG 13 (Climate Action).

2. Policy and Planning (W1–W2)

The university established an ICT-enabled Waste Management Policy, focusing on:

• Reduction of solid and organic waste generation.
• Development of a Digital Waste Tracking System (DWTS) for data collection.
• Implementation of IoT-based smart bins and QR labeling to identify waste types.
• Campus-wide awareness campaigns supported by social media and mobile notifications.

All planning documents and performance indicators are recorded in a central online sustainability dashboard.

3. Implementation (W3–W5)

Key implementation activities include:

Component	Description	ICT Involvement
Smart waste bins	Equipped with sensors for fill-level detection	IoT + cloud data storage
Waste collection system	Digital route optimization for collection vehicles	GPS + real-time tracking
Recycling process	Paper, plastic, and e-waste separation	Barcode scanning + database logging
Hazardous waste	Controlled storage and tracking	Digital access control logs

ICT Role: All systems are connected to a central web platform allowing the Sustainability Office to monitor waste flow and evaluate recycling efficiency. Data visualization dashboards (Power BI / Tableau) are used to display monthly trends.

4. Monitoring and Evaluation (W6–W7)

ICT is used for continuous monitoring of waste reduction indicators:

• Monthly waste volume updates collected automatically from smart bins.
• Data synchronization between waste contractors and internal systems.
• Annual evaluation using KPIs:
• % reduction in total waste (target: 20%)
• % increase in recycling efficiency (target: 25%)
• Number of digital awareness campaigns (target: 10/year)

All data are reported through the Green Campus Monitoring Portal (GCMP) and used in UI GreenMetric submission.

5. Achievements

• 28% reduction in paper waste due to digitization of academic documents.
• 18% reduction in plastic bottle waste via campus vending machine sensors.
• Over 30 smart bins installed and integrated with IoT network.
• 95% of administrative reports transitioned to digital platforms, minimizing printed copies.

6. Challenges and Future Plans

Challenge	Description	Mitigation Plan
Limited funding	High initial cost of IoT and database setup	Partnership with green tech companies
Staff digital literacy	Need for ICT skill development	Regular sustainability workshops
Data integration	Different systems used across departments	Unified campus sustainability database

Future goals:

• Introduce AI-based waste classification through camera sensors.
• Use blockchain for traceable recycling certification.
• Expand digital dashboards to include carbon emission tracking.

7. Conclusion

Integrating ICT in waste management aligns perfectly with UI GreenMetric indicators and supports a data-driven transition toward a sustainable campus. Through proper planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation, the institution ensures that sustainability outcomes are measurable, transparent, and replicable.