Last Updated: November 30th, 2024
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham demonstrates strong alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation) through continuous, technology-enabled monitoring of water consumption across all campuses. using IoT-based smart meters, sub-meters, and digital dashboards to track real-time usage, detect leaks, and ensure resource efficiency. The university’s Sustainable Campus Policy (updated November 2024) introduced several measures such as low-flow taps, dual-flush toilets, and automated monitoring systems to reduce freshwater demand.
Between 2021 and 2024, Amrita implemented extensive rainwater harvesting, wastewater treatment, and reuse systems across all campuses. These initiatives align with the university’s goal of achieving near self-sufficiency in water usage and promoting environmentally responsible campus operations.
In 2023, total water consumption across all campuses was 814,311 cubic meters, with 576,892 cubic meters treated and reused, reflecting a reuse rate of over 70%. In 2024, total water consumption is projected to reach 945,000 cubic meters, primarily due to population growth (31,000+ students and 4,500+ staff) while maintaining high water reuse efficiency (~73%) through sustainable water management practices.
The university’s total water consumption remains ~45% lower than the national benchmark of 135 Liters per person per day, underscoring its leadership in sustainable campus management.
|
Year |
Total Population |
Potable Water (m³) |
Treated/Reused Water (m³) |
Total Water Consumption (m³) |
% Reuse |
Avg. Per-Person Consumption (m³/person/year) |
|
2021 |
22,000 |
230,000 |
350,000 |
580,000 |
60% |
26.4 |
|
2022 |
25,000 |
270,000 |
460,000 |
730,000 |
63% |
29.2 |
|
2023 |
26,000 |
237,419 |
576,892 |
814,311 |
71% |
31.3 |
|
2024 |
35,500 |
256,800 |
688,200 |
945,000 |
73% |
26.6 |
Amrita’s Integrated Water Management Program emphasizes real-time monitoring, water reuse, and sustainable infrastructure. Since 2021, the university has consistently maintained reuse levels above 60%, implemented IoT-based water tracking systems, and expanded rainwater harvesting across campuses. The university’s per-person water consumption remains well below national standards, reflecting its long-term commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable development.
