National University of Study and Research in Law (NUSRL), Ranchi was recently awarded the Conference of the Parties28 (COP28) Green University Award, 2023 at an event held in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
The institution received the award for outstanding leadership and steadfast commitment to fostering eco-friendly learning environments and promoting sustainable educational practices.
The award, a notable initiative by Green Mentors, the Greening Education Partner of UNESCO with special consultative status with the UN ECOSOC, was conferred upon NUSRL on December 1, 2023.
The presentation took place during the Green School for Every Child event held at the 28th Annual United Nations Climate Meeting in Dubai, UAE.
Acknowledging the award, Dr Julian Seal Pasari, Convener of the Campus Development Committee at NUSRL, commented,
“This achievement represents a noteworthy milestone in NUSRL's journey towards environmental stewardship. It is the outcome of dedication, commitment, and thorough groundwork of the entire NUSRL community through diverse activities conducted under the guidance and support of the Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Prof. (Dr.) Ashok R Patil.”
In a press release, NUSRL said that it incorporates sustainability into its academic framework by providing a varied curriculum with a particular emphasis on environmental law.
By embracing digital resources such as electronic documents and an online attendance system, NUSRL has markedly decreased paper consumption and streamlined administrative procedures.
The university's community-centric initiatives involve collaborating with local herding communities for grass cutting on its campus and utilizing cattle excreta as organic manure, contributing to environmentally friendly practices.
"The celebration of Sarhul, an indigenous festival venerating nature, showcases cultural integration with environmental consciousness. Infrastructure-wise, NUSRL has installed a 100 KWP solar panel, established seven water harvesting plants, and organized plantation drives demonstrating commitment to renewable energy, biodiversity, and responsible water management. The field visit to Ara Keram Village, Oramanjhi Tehsil in Ranchi, which concentrated on the decline in groundwater levels and its impact on the community is a prime example of proactive climate action move. The visit was part of a broader initiative where the University explored various aspects, including education, village economy, health, and sanitation to contribute to the holistic development of these communities," the press release added.