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At Geethanjali College of Engineering and Technology (GCET), sustainability is not just a principle—it is a deeply embedded institutional ethos. The college actively integrates Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), the three pillars of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), to create a learning ecosystem that fosters responsible citizenship, ethical leadership, and innovation for the betterment of society. Through various eco-initiatives, community outreach programs, green technologies, and transparent governance mechanisms, GCET is nurturing a generation of environmentally and socially conscious engineers and change-makers.

Overview

Our commitment towards ESG Framework & SDG Goals

Our institution is deeply committed to advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by integrating them into academics, research, innovation, and community practices. Through a blend of education, entrepreneurship, skill-building, health awareness, social outreach, and eco-conscious campus initiatives, we strive to create a holistic learning environment that fosters responsibility and sustainability. Each activity and program undertaken is mapped to one or more SDGs, ensuring that our contributions address global priorities while catering to local community needs. By aligning our efforts with the SDGs, we not only prepare students to become future-ready leaders but also contribute towards building a resilient, inclusive, and environmentally responsible society.

	Kit of Kindness – Stationery Distribution to Children
	Food Donation Drives
	Kill Cancer – Medical Camp; Blood Donation Camp; Cardiovascular Risk Assessment; Ambulance Facility on Campus; International Yoga Day; Sports for Women
	Equal Access to Education for All; Teaching Govt. School Children; National Science Day; Mathedemia 24; Workshops on Problem Solving, AI, Design Thinking; Orientation & Refresher Sessions
	Women Safety Awareness Programs; Self-defense Training; Women’s Day Leadership & Empowerment; Tailoring Workshop for Community Women; Sanitary Napkin Distribution in Govt. Schools
	Rainwater Harvesting; Water Quality Awareness – Safe Drinking & Alkaline Water Benefits
	National Energy Conservation Day; Solar Energy Harnessing; Electric Vehicle Usage
	Launch Pad; SET – Indian Start-up Ecosystem; Entrepreneurship & Skill Development Workshops; E-Week; Business Plan Competitions; Start-up Mentoring
	T-Hub Visits; Incubator Capacity-Building (J-Hub); Product-a-thons (IoT); TRL Workshops; DEMO Day Exhibitions; Generative AI Workshops
	MY Bharat Outreach Program; Equal Education Opportunities
	Viksit Bharat Program; Heritage Visit to Pochampalli; Haritha Haram Annual Plantation Drive
	Eco-Friendly Ganesh Idol Distribution; Best out of Waste Exhibition; Paper Recycling; Plastic Waste Segregation
	World Environment Day; Haritha Haram (Carbon Neutrality Goal); Green, Energy, Environment & Waste Management Audits; Pollution Control Day
	(Scope for future – Water Body Rejuvenation / Wetland Conservation)
	Medicinal Garden Establishment ( Biodiversity ) & Tree Plantation Drives (Haritha Haram)
	National Startup Day Motivation; Independence Day Celebrations
	Academia–Industry MoUs; Panel Discussions & Networking

Energy Management & Renewable Energy Initiatives

🌤️ Solar Energy Management: Harnessing the Sun for a Sustainable Future

Geethanjali College of Engineering and Technology (GCET) has made significant strides in adopting renewable energy solutions that not only reduces our dependency on conventional energy sources but also minimizes our carbon footprint, aligning with our commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 7 – Affordable & Clean Energy and SDG 13 – Climate Action). As part of its green initiatives, GCET has installed a 250 kW Rooftop Solar Power Plant across the terraces of Block–1, Block–2, and the Pharmacy building.

Parameter	Details
💡Location	Terrace of Block - 1, Block - 2 & Pharmacy buildings
💡Cost of Project	₹ 1.42 Crores
💡SPV Modules Capacity	250 kW
💡Number of Modules	780 modules (each 320 W)
💡Number of Inverters	10
💡Inverter Make	SMA Solar
💡SPV Module Make	Renew Sys
💡SPV Module Type	Multicrystalline
💡Module Dimensions	1955 x 982 x 36 mm
💡Electrical Parameters	Max Power Rating: 320 Wp, Rated Current: 8.5 A, Rated Voltage: 37.70 V, Short Circuit Current: 9.03 A, Open Circuit Voltage: 46.00 V
💡Mounting Arrangement	Aluminium ballast structure anchored to the roof
🌤️Key Highlights	· Daily Power Generation: 700 - 800 units (on sunny days)
	· Annual Power Generation: 2,52,000 units

This power generation capability significantly offsets conventional electricity consumption and contributes to energy cost savings while ensuring uninterrupted power for academic and administrative functions.

🌍 Environmental & Economic Benefits

🌿 Reduces dependency on conventional power sources, meeting a significant portion of the campus’s electricity demand.
🌿 Cuts carbon emissions by replacing fossil-fuel-based power generation.
🌿 Annual savings in electricity costs, with a fixed energy cost for the next 25 years.
🌿 Promotes student learning through hands-on exposure to renewable energy systems.

🌍 Educational Benefits The Solar Power Plant serves as a practical learning resource, allowing students to:

🌿 Study real-time energy generation and consumption data
🌿 Understand the functioning of PV systems and inverters
🌿 Explore careers and innovations in renewable energy technology

🌍 Sensor-Based Energy Conservation GCET has introduced automatic water level controllers to regulate motor operations in overhead tanks, avoiding unnecessary pumping. Motion-sensor-based lighting systems are installed in corridors and restrooms, ensuring lights are turned on only when occupied, thereby conserving electricity.

🌍 Use of LED Bulbs & Energy-Efficient Equipment

🌿 More than 95% of lighting systems on campus have been replaced with energy-efficient LED lights.
🌿 Incandescent and high-wattage CFL bulbs have been phased out in favor of LED systems.
🌿 Street lighting is fully LED-based.
🌿 Energy-star-rated appliances (BEE 3-star and above) are used in classrooms, laboratories, hostels, and offices—including smart TVs, air conditioners, refrigerators, microwaves, and ceiling fans.

🌍 Renewable Energy Research Support Our college has established an Electric Vehicle (EV) Laboratory dedicated to advancing research and innovation in the field of electric mobility. The lab provides hands-on learning opportunities for students and supports cutting-edge research in EV technologies. Regular awareness programs and training sessions on electric vehicles and sustainable transportation are organized for both students and faculty.

♻️Green Campus Highlights

🌿 Plastic-free and smoking-free campus
🌿 Paperless communication through email and messaging platforms
🌿 Use of one-sided printed paper for drafts
🌿 E-governance in administration, examinations, and library
🌿 Segregated dustbins for recyclable/non-recyclable waste
🌿 Metal, paper, and e-waste handled through certified recyclers
🌿 Regular Environmental Awareness Programs, Tree Plantation Drives, and Energy Conservation Workshops
🌿 Environmental Science is a mandatory course for all students

Through these comprehensive initiatives, we meet a significant portion of its energy requirements through renewable sources and also instill environmental responsibility in its students—creating a generation of energy-aware engineers and professionals.

LED Installations
“Leading the way in clean energy and environmental stewardship”

Energy Consumption and Conservation Metrics

2024-25

Month	Energy utilized from Grid in KWh (A)	Solar Power Generated in KWh (B)	Total Energy Utilized in KWh (A+B)	Wheeling to Grid in KWh	Energy bill saving (%)	Power Factor
Jul-24	46014	12282.8	58296.8	2304	21.07	0.97
Aug-24	51512	13985.5	65497.5	1966	21.35	0.97
Sep-24	55946	17004.3	72950.3	2784	23.31	0.96
Oct-24	44818	19615.3	64433.3	6474	30.44	0.96
Nov-24	36310	17173.5	53483.5	4626	32.11	0.97
Dec-24	8391	5341.7	13732.7	6126	38.9	0.97
Jan-25	26389	26567	52956	6126	50.17	0.97
Feb-25	42427	18921.3	61348.3	6126	30.84	0.96
Mar-25	52534	17385.6	69919.6	6126	24.87	0.95
Apr-25	51240	13094.8	64334.8	5592	20.35	0.94
May-25	35196	8794.7	43990.7	2135	19.99	0.94
Jun-25	47805	14313.3	62118.3	2135	23.04	0.96
TOTAL	498582	184480	683062	52520	28.04	0.96

2023-24

Month	Energy utilized from Grid in KWh (A)	Solar Power Generated in KWh (B)	Total Energy Utilized in KWh (A+B)	Wheeling to Grid in KWh	Energy bill saving (%)	Power Factor
Jul-23	35756	15615	51371	2568	30.4	0.97
Aug-23	35380	21570	56950	2656	37.9	0.97
Sep-23	37500	12549	50049	2234	25.1	0.96
Oct-23	32476	21294	53770	7178	39.6	0.96
Nov-23	34560	16394	50954	4242	32.2	0.97
Dec-23	32216	21926	54142	8070	40.5	0.97
Jan-24	27930	20117.6	48047.6	5392	41.9	0.97
Feb-24	37870	18968.3	56838.3	4440	33.4	0.96
Mar-24	50118	17006.8	67124.8	3080	25.4	0.95
Apr-24	47242	13667.4	60909.4	3596	22.5	0.94
May-24	40992	10381.3	51373.3	4350	20.2	0.94
Jun-24	52796	6966	59762	2124	11.7	0.96
TOTAL	464836	196455	661291	49930	30.0667	0.95

2022-23

Month	Energy utilized from Grid in KWh (A)	Solar Power Generated in KWh (B)	Total Energy Utilized in KWh (A+B)	Wheeling to Grid in KWh	Energy bill saving (%)	Power Factor
Jul-22	24408	13300.3	37708.3	2358	35.27	0.97
Aug-22	28838	16465.8	45303.8	5104	36.35	0.97
Sep-22	27582	16827.5	44409.5	5192	37.89	0.96
Oct-22	19274	5803.4	25077.4	5704	23.14	0.96
Nov-22	27120	4715	31835	8532	14.81	0.97
Dec-22	26776	4525	31301	6810	14.46	0.97
Jan-23	16820	17276	34096	7826	50.67	0.97
Feb-23	22069	18229	40298	10202	45.24	0.96
Mar-23	22185	32250	54435	5596	59.24	0.95
Apr-23	31249	24530	55779	4850	43.98	0.94
May-23	32420	18102	50522	2766	35.83	0.94
Jun-23	34340	24470	58810	3224	41.61	0.96
TOTAL	313081	196494	509575	68164	36.54	0.96

Consumption to Conservation: Sustainable Water Management Practices

♻ Waste to Worth: Commitment to Circular Economy Practices

Driving sustainability forward, we strive to maintain a clean and eco-friendly campus through effective waste management strategies. The college has signed MoUs with EARTH BOX—an authorized waste management unit of ITC Ltd. for systematic collection, segregation, recycling, and scientific disposal of various waste types. GCET promotes waste minimization at source, efficient recycling practices, and environmental awareness across the campus through curriculum and outreach programs.

♻️ Solid Waste Management GCET generates approximately 16 kg of solid waste daily, primarily composed of dry leaves and biodegradable matter. Waste is segregated at source using colour-coded bins placed strategically across campus to separate biodegradable, recyclable, and non-recyclable waste.

🌿 Biodegradable waste is composted through natural methods and is used as organic fertilizer in the campus gardens and farmland.
🌿 Paper waste is collected, reused (for single-side printing), and then bundled into sheets and sent to EARTH BOX—an authorized waste management unit of ITC Ltd. under an MoU for complete recycling.
🌿 Plastic waste is separated and handed over to the EARTH BOX for processing.
🌿 Metal and wood scrap are collected and disposed of through authorized recyclers.
🌿 Sanitary napkin incinerator machines are installed in all women’s restrooms for hygienic waste disposal.

♻️ Liquid Waste Management We prioritize the efficient and effective utilization of water resources across the campus. Water is systematically utilized for green cover maintenance through sprinklers and other irrigation methods. In addition, a dedicated water metering system is in place to track water usage and monitor wastage. Regular inspections help detect any leakages or plumbing issues, which are addressed immediately to prevent water loss. Wastewater generated from RO plants is also collected and reused for plantation purposes, further reinforcing our commitment to responsible water resource management.

♻️ E-Waste Management GCET has implemented an MoU with EARTH Box, a licensed recycling agency, for proper e-waste management.

🌱Non-functional computers, printers, and lab electronics are sorted and sent for responsible recycling.
🌱Reusable parts are retained for internal use in labs or classrooms.
🌱Students are educated on e-waste hazards and safe disposal methods.

♻️Hazardous & Chemical Waste Management

🌱GCET ensures that strong acids and bases used in laboratories (such as Environmental Engineering Lab) are neutralized before discharge.
🌱Only diluted chemicals are used, and radioactive substances are not part of any laboratory activity on campus.

♻️Biomedical Waste Management

🌱All departments are equipped with first aid kits, and biomedical waste (gauze, bandages, etc.) is scientifically disposed of through segregation and collection.
🌱Sanitary napkin vending and disposal units are installed in women’s washrooms to maintain hygiene and privacy.

♻️Summary of Waste Management Practices at GCET

🌱Use of colour-coded bins for segregation across campus MoUs with EARTH Box and ITC Ltd. for scientific disposal and recycling
🌱Promotion of paperless communication (email/Telegram)Reuse of single-sided paper in all departments
🌱Installation of sanitary waste incinerators Ban on single-use plastics across campus

Environment and Sustainability