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University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa: Roadmap to 100% Renewable Energy

The University of Warith Al-Anbiyaa is driving a comprehensive clean energy transition, targeting 100% reliance on renewable energy across all operations. This strategic goal is pursued through infrastructure expansion, cutting-edge fuel initiatives, revised procurement, and specialized education.

1. The Ambitious 2030 Vision

The university is working toward a public pledge targeting 100% renewable energy by 2030. This commitment serves as the institutional mandate for all energy and procurement planning.

2. Strategic Infrastructure and Fuel Initiatives

The university is aggressively expanding its clean energy capacity:

• Renewable Energy Expansion: The total renewable capacity has significantly increased, growing by 20% from 2023 to 2024 through the installation of additional solar PV stations on rooftops and administrative buildings.

• BD100 Biofuel Implementation: The university has introduced BD100 biofuel (Biodiesel) to diversify its clean energy sources.

  • BD100 now powers select generators and certain university vehicles.

  • This biofuel currently supplies ~20% of the energy demand for those specific units.

• Current Impact: The combined solar and biodiesel generation has reached a growing kWh year-over-year, currently supplying 5.3% of the university's total electricity demand, demonstrating a reduction in Scope 2 (purchased electricity) emissions.

3. Sustainable Procurement Policy

The university has implemented a revised Sustainable Procurement Policy to actively eliminate and reduce reliance on fossil fuel sources by prioritizing sustainable suppliers and local sourcing.

4. Education and Experiential Learning (Renewable Energy Focus)

To support the 100% pledge, the university is integrating these efforts into its academic programs, providing critical field experience in clean energy technology:

• Hydroelectric Plant Tour: Students from the Department of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineering Technologies visited the Al-Saddah Hydroelectric Power Plant in the Musayyib region.

  • The students were briefed on the mechanism of electric power generation using turbines powered by the water pressure of the Euphrates River.

  • This visit is part of the College's effort to provide students with practical field experience that contributes to their preparation for the job market and enhances their understanding of modern applications in their specialties, specifically showcasing large-scale renewable energy infrastructure as a clean source the country must focus on to achieve the 100% pledge.

• Enhanced Electrical Studies: Curricula are being enhanced to focus on energy efficiency, grid integration, and renewable energy technologies.