Goal 13. Climate Action
This report presents a concise account of the Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport’s (AASTMT) actions and outcomes under SDG 13: Climate Action for the 2023–2024 academic year. Across campuses and partner networks, AASTMT advanced a practical low-carbon transition by expanding CO₂/greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions tracking and disclosure, scaling renewable and energy-efficiency measures, and strengthening mitigation and adaptation capacity through education, community outreach, and technical support to public authorities.
AASTMT’s commitment is embedded in institutional practice: students and community members engaged in targeted climate-literacy programs; staff collaborated with NGOs and government bodies on early-warning, disaster risk reduction, and climate policy design; and the university reaffirmed a pathway to carbon neutrality, supported by transparent reporting on Scopes 1 & 2 and selected Scope 3 trends. The pages that follow highlight milestones in local education on climate change, a publicly shared roadmap for CO₂ reduction and low-carbon energy, co-operative planning for climate-related hazards, government support initiatives, and a culture of accountable governance that underpins a resilient, net-zero future
AASTMT Carbon Emissions 2018-2021
AASTMT Carbon Emissions 2022-2023
AASTMT Climate Action Plan_2021-2022
AASTMT Climate Action Plan_2022-2023
AASTMT Climate Action Plan_2024
Race to Zero Current Signatories
The Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport (AASTMT) is unwavering in its commitment to a sustainable future, focusing notably on SDG 13 - Climate Action, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Acknowledging our pivotal role in the Arab region's educational landscape, we prioritize instilling a sustainability mindset in our students and community. Our comprehensive Climate Action Plan integrates international efforts, emphasizing greenhouse gas mitigation and climate resilience. AASTMT pledges to embed sustainability across curricula, research, and campus operations, inviting active participation from our community. Together, our collaborative efforts aim to impact our institution and contribute meaningfully to a sustainable global future.
Please explore our Campus Carbon Footprint for 2018-2021, along with our Climate Action Plan and our Pledge for Race to Zero.
On a national platform supported by the European Union, UniGreen is a youth-focused initiative spearheaded by the Life Makers Foundation and AASTMT that brings together universities, NGOs, private sector and government bodies to drive innovation in climate change
1. AASTMT’s Participation in the ArabCOF-9 and GCC-COF-6: Advancing Climate Disaster Preparedness through Regional Collaboration
AASTMT recently participated in the 9th Arab Climate Outlook Forum (ArabCOF-9) and the 6th GCC Climate Outlook
