[:en]8 simple ways to become sustainable starting from today [:ar]ثمانية طرق بسيطة لتصبح مستدامًا.. ابدأها اليوم [:]

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8 simple ways to become sustainable starting from today 

Becoming sustainable and having a positive impact on the environment can be easier than you think. You do not have to prepare for a long time or take disastrous measures to change your lifestyle into a more environmentally-friendly one. Here are 8 simple steps that you can follow starting from today to lead a more sustainable life. 

  • Turn off the lights during the day 

During the day, open the curtains, reduce the electricity usage and turn off the lights because nothing is better than enjoying the warmth and lightning of the natural sunlight. 

  •  Bring your own mug or bottle 

Whether you are going to school or work, you can carry your own mug or bottle instead of using paper ones and throwing them away.

  • Bring your own shopping bag 

Buying groceries is a task we do regularly on a daily and weekly basis. Imagine the amount of plastic you will be saving when you use 

  • Metal straws over plastic 

Billions of plastic straws are used every year. It is no surprise that manufacturing plastic emits harmful fumes and gases and affects even living creatures and the ecosystem. Switching to metal straws and re-usable products, in general, has way more benefits than we can simply list here. 

  • Turn off the water tap 

While taking a shower or brushing your teeth, do not keep the water running. Turn off the tap and you will be surprised with the amount of water you can save 

  • Walk when you can 

Taxis and cars have become an essential part of our lives, which led to us being lazier. Walking for short distances instead of taking a ride will make you healthier, more active, and even more sustainable. 

  • Eat less meat 

Studies have shown that individuals who eat green have a more positive impact on the environment than those who eat meat a lot, as it reduces the emissions of greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide. 

  • Unplug electric devices 

Even if electronic devices are shut off or in sleep mode, they are still using energy. If you are traveling or staying out for a long time, do not forget to save electricity and unplug your electric devices and home appliances. 

Wrote by: Nour Altobgy [:ar]

ثمانية طرق بسيطة لتصبح مستدامًا.. ابدأها اليوم

أن تصبح مستدامًا ويكون لك تأثيرًا إيجابيًا على البيئة ليست مسألة صعبة أو معقدة، وليس عليك الاستعداد لفترة طويلة أو اتخاذ تدابير كارثية من شأنها تغيير نمط حياتك إلى نمط أكثر صداقة للبيئة. فيما يلي 8 خطوات بسيطة يمكنك اتباعها بدءًا من اليوم لتعيش حياة أكثر استدامة

إطفاء الأنوار أثناء النهار 

افتح الستائر أثناء النهار وقلل من استخدام الكهرباء وأطفئ الأنوار لأنه لا يوجد شيء أفضل من الاستمتاع بالدفء والبرق لأشعة الشمس الطبيعية

 استخدم الكوب أو الزجاجة الخاصة بك

سواء كنت ذاهبًا إلى المدرسة أو العمل، يمكنك حمل الكوب أو الزجاجة الخاصة بك بدلاً من استخدام الأكواب الورقية ورميها بعيدًا

أحضر حقيبة التسوق الخاصة بك

شراء البقالة مهمة نقوم بها بانتظام على أساس يومي وأسبوعي. تخيل كمية البلاستيك التي ستوفرها عند الاستخدام إذا احضرت حقيبة التسوق الخاصة بك 

شفاطات معدنية بدلًا من البلاستيك

يتم استخدام المليارات من الشفاطات البلاستيكية كل عام. ليس من المستغرب أن ينتج عن تصنيع البلاستيك أبخرة وغازات ضارة ويؤثر حتى على الكائنات الحية والنظام البيئي. التحول إلى الشفاطات المعدنية والمنتجات القابلة لإعادة الاستخدام، بشكل عام، له فوائد أكثر مما يمكننا ببساطة سرده هنا

أغلق صنبور الماء

أثناء الاستحمام أو تنظيف أسنانك بالفرشاة ، لا تحافظ على جريان الماء. أغلق الصنبور وستفاجأ بكمية المياه التي يمكنك توفيرها

امشي كلما استطعت ذلك 

أصبحت السيارات والأجرة منها جزءًا أساسيًا من حياتنا، مما جعلنا أكثر كسلاً. المشي لمسافات قصيرة بدلاً من الركوب سيجعلك أكثر صحة ونشاطًا وأكثر استدامة

قلل من تناول اللحوم

أظهرت الدراسات أن الأفراد الذين يأكلون الخضار يكون لهم تأثير إيجابي على البيئة أكثر من أولئك الذين يأكلون اللحوم بكثرة، حيث أنه يقلل من انبعاثات الغازات المسببة للاحتباس الحراري مثل ثاني أكسيد الكربون

افصل الأجهزة الكهربائية

حتى إذا تم إغلاق الأجهزة الإلكترونية أو في وضع السكون، فإنها لا تزال تستخدم الطاقة. إذا كنت مسافرًا أو ستبقى بالخارج لفترة طويلة، فلا تنس توفير الكهرباء وفصل الأجهزة الكهربائية والأجهزة المنزلية

                                                                                                                                 نور الطبجي

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MED-WET Partners Participate in Fundão Agricultural Innovation Fair, October 2024, Portugal

[:en] The MED-WET partners, including the team from Heliopolis University for Sustainable Development, had the opportunity to showcase their excellent results at the Fundão Agricultural Innovation Fair, held during (9-13) October 2024 in Portugal. This event provided a wonderful platform to widely share the project’s advancements, exchange insights, and engage with various international stakeholders in the water, energy and agricultural sectors. During the fair, the HUSD team actively participated in a parallel conference, where they delivered in-depth presentations and speech covering the MED-WET’s goals, achievements, and importance in advancing sustainable water management for climate-resilient agriculture among the rural and desert communities. At the heart of their presence was the MED-WET stand, which attracted significant attention of the majority of participants. It served as a focal point for information dissemination, providing an interactive space where farmers, agricultural experts, policymakers, and researchers could learn more about the project’s innovative approaches to water conservation and irrigation technology in arid regions. The stand featured detailed explanations of the project’s outcomes, including key findings and 3-D prototypes of the three technologies “Constructed Wetlands in Sekem El-Wahat, Solar energy-driven desalination for greenhouse agriculture in Malta and the SLECI Irrigation technology in Portugal and Morocco”. This obviously proven the MED-WET’s success in realizing efficient water management practices that contributed to sustainable farming and addressed water scarcity challenges in the Mediterranean region. Overall, the Fundão Agricultural Innovation Fair was a highly productive experience for all participants. It allowed the MED-WET team to expand their network, raise awareness about the critical issue of water scarcity, and underscore the project’s role in promoting sustainable agricultural practices across the Mediterranean region. The fair highlighted the increasing importance of collaborative efforts in addressing water conservation and irrigation challenges in agriculture, reinforcing the relevance of the MED-WET initiative. [:]

[:en]Showcasing the Med-Wet Project: Partners Participated in the Euro-Mediterranean Innovation Marketplace in Cairo[:]

[:en] One of the Heliopolis University for Sustainable Development’s successful research projects called “MED-WET” is selected among the top successful and highest performing 20 EU–Prima projects worldwide this year 2024. An international conference and fair was conducted on 3 Oct., 2024 in Cairo organized by Union for the Mediterranean (UfM) in association with the European Commission (EC) office in Cairo. In which, a team from HUSD and MED-WET’s partner countries from Malta and Germany presented the key results of the MED-WET project, including the successfully developed three technologies (Constructed Wetlands in Sekem El-Wahat, Solar energy-driven desalination for greenhouse agriculture in Malta and the SLECI Irrigation technology in Portugal and Morocco). That mega event allowed HUSD to showcase the innovative solution of the low-cost, low-energy and nature-based “Instream Constructed Wetland” model addressing water challenges and climate change in the Mediterranean. Such innovations aim to conserve water, improve irrigation efficiency and tackle water scarcity (climate-resilient agriculture). The marketplace offered meaningful exchanges with international partners. HUSD’s team discussed potential collaborations with stakeholders who are interested in new research projects, which will help further amplify the impact of the Med-Wet project. The conversations done with promising future partners underscored the importance of cross-border cooperation and innovation in addressing complex environmental challenges, on the top of them “water scarcity and climate change”. [:]

[:en]Announcement: Heliopolis University Low Carbon Energy Report Released![:]

[:en]Heliopolis University for Sustainable Development is proud to announce the release of our latest report on Low Carbon Energy Usage across campus! This report highlights our commitment to a greener future by measuring the amount of low-carbon energy utilized in our operations. Through this analysis, we’re taking bold steps toward sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint. Key Highlights: A detailed breakdown of renewable energy sources powering our campus Insights on energy efficiency improvements across our facilities Actionable goals for expanding clean energy use in the coming years Together, we’re paving the way for a more sustainable and energy-efficient future. Thank you to everyone who contributed to making this report possible! Stay tuned for more updates as we continue working towards a 100% low-carbon campus! #HeliopolisUniversity #SustainableFuture #LowCarbonEnergy #CleanEnergy See the report here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/122aDtID_M3wxZSzZnKuzx-VcHolUbxh5/view?usp=sharing[:]