Establishment of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Academic Year: 2021–2022
- Background and Purpose
CMR Engineering College, in alignment with global sustainability initiatives and national priorities in higher education, resolved to establish and implement the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) framework within the institution during the Academic Year 2021–22. The initiative aims to integrate sustainability into academics, research, campus operations, and community outreach.
- Date of Establishment
- Date: 15 November 2021
- Academic Year: 2021–22
- Venue: CMR Engineering College, Hyderabad
On this date, the institution formally constituted the SDG Committee and adopted an SDG Policy relevant to an engineering college.
- Selected Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Considering the nature of technical education, institutional capacity, and societal relevance, the following five SDGs were identified for focused implementation:
- SDG 4 – Quality Education
Promote inclusive, equitable, and quality education with emphasis on skill development, innovation, and lifelong learning. - SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy
Encourage energy efficiency, renewable energy awareness, and sustainable energy practices on campus. - SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Foster innovation, research, startups, and collaboration with industry for sustainable development. - SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities
Promote sustainable campus practices, smart infrastructure, and community engagement. - SDG 13 – Climate Action
Create awareness and initiate actions related to climate change mitigation, environmental protection, and sustainability. - SDG Policy of CMR Engineering College
4.1 Policy Statement
CMR Engineering College is committed to contributing to sustainable development by embedding the Sustainable Development Goals into its academic programs, research activities, institutional governance, campus operations, and community outreach.
4.2 Policy Objectives
- To integrate SDGs into curriculum delivery, projects, and research activities.
- To promote awareness of sustainability among students, faculty, and staff.
- To encourage innovation and interdisciplinary research addressing societal challenges.
- To adopt environmentally responsible and energy-efficient campus practices.
- To engage with local communities through outreach and extension activities aligned with SDGs.
4.3 Implementation Strategy
- Incorporation of SDG concepts in courses, seminars, workshops, and student projects.
- Promotion of renewable energy usage and energy conservation measures on campus.
- Support for research, innovation, and incubation related to sustainable technologies.
- Organization of awareness programs, campaigns, and community development initiatives.
- Periodic review and reporting of SDG-related activities.
Constitution of SDG Committee
The following committee was constituted to plan, implement, monitor, and review SDG-related activities at CMR Engineering College:
SDG Committee Members
S.No | Chairperson | Designation |
1 | Dr.A.Srinivasula Reddy | Principal |
S.No | Member | Department |
1. | Dr.K.V.Reddy | HOD, Dept. of H&S |
2. | Dr.Suman Mishra | HOD, Dept of ECE |
3. | Dr.Sheo Kumar | HOD, Dept of CSE |
4. | Dr.M.Laxmaiah | HOD, Dept of CSD |
5. | Dr.P.Madhavi | HOD, Dept of CSM |
6. | Dr.Ashwitha Reddy | HOD, Dept of CSC & IT |
7. | Dr.S.P.Singh | Dept of H &S |
8. | Mrs.Kalpana | Dept of ECE |
9. | Mr.N.Rajkumar | Dept of CSE |
10. | Mr.J.Rajender | Dept of CSD |
11. | Mrs.N.Swaroopa | Dept of CSM |
Roles and Responsibilities
- Planning and coordination of SDG initiatives.
- Monitoring implementation across departments.
- Encouraging faculty and student participation.
- Documentation and reporting of SDG activities.
- Periodic review and continuous improvement.
