KNUCA — SDG 12 Policies

Each policy below is presented in a unified structure: Purpose, Scope, Implementation, Monitoring and Reporting, Expected Outcomes. All texts integrate SDG 12 concepts without explicit references to rankings or keyword lists.

Policy 1. Sustainable Procurement and Green Construction Materials Policy

Purpose:
Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA) adopts this policy to embed responsible consumption and sustainable production into daily governance, academic activity, research, and operations across all campuses. The policy translates sustainability principles—resource efficiency, circular economy, life‑cycle management, pollution prevention, transparency, and accountability—into clear institutional practice within the scope of policy 1. sustainable procurement and green construction materials policy. It recognises the strategic role of sustainable procurement, green construction materials, ethical supply chains, and traceability in reducing environmental impact, improving economic efficiency, strengthening social responsibility, and aligning the built environment with low‑carbon development. By setting measurable objectives, defining responsibilities, and ensuring public access to information, the University aims to create a coherent, evidence‑based framework that catalyses continuous improvement.

Scope:
This policy applies to all faculties, departments, research centres, administrative units, student organisations, contractors, and suppliers operating on behalf of Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA). It covers planning, procurement, design, construction, renovation, operation, maintenance, education, research, public engagement, and data reporting related to purchasing, tendering, supplier evaluation, product selection, and material logistics. The scope extends to partnerships with industry, municipalities, NGOs, and international networks whenever collaboration affects material flows, energy use, waste generation, chemical safety, digital monitoring, or community outcomes.

Implementation:
Tender documents include sustainability clauses: minimum recycled content, verified environmental product declarations, timber from responsibly managed forests, restrictions on hazardous substances, and packaging minimisation. Suppliers must demonstrate compliance with recognised environmental management systems and disclose upstream supply‑chain risks. Preference is given to local and regional producers to reduce transport emissions and strengthen local economies. For construction materials, the University prioritises low‑carbon cements, recycled aggregates, bio‑based insulation, and durable finishes designed for long service life and easy maintenance. Life‑cycle assessment is applied to significant decisions. Alternatives are evaluated against total cost of ownership, embodied carbon, durability, reparability, recyclability, and the ability to disassemble components at end‑of‑life without loss of quality. Digitalisation enables traceability. Contracts, material declarations, building logbooks, and maintenance records are stored in accessible repositories. Dashboards visualise progress and support operational decisions in real time. Competence building is continuous. Training programmes for staff and students explain practical methods, legal requirements, and state‑of‑the‑art technologies that improve outcomes without compromising safety or quality. A pre‑qualification system rates vendors on environmental performance, worker safety, and human‑rights due diligence. Contracts require corrective‑action plans when non‑conformities are detected. Pilot projects validate innovative eco‑materials in non‑critical applications before campus‑wide adoption, with post‑occupancy evaluation of performance, durability, and user satisfaction.

Monitoring and Reporting:
A performance framework governs monitoring and reporting. Key indicators include energy intensity (kWh/m²), water use (m³/person), waste generation (kg/person), construction and demolition waste recovery rate (%), share of recycled content in materials (%), share of local or regional procurement by value (%), greenhouse‑gas emissions (tCO₂e), and the number of training hours per employee and student participation rates (%). Each unit submits quarterly data to the Sustainability Office. The Facilities Department verifies operational metrics; the Procurement Unit verifies supplier documentation; the Environmental Safety Unit verifies chemical and hazardous‑waste records. Internal audit ensures data integrity and corrective action tracking. An annual Sustainability Report summarises targets, achievements, gaps, and a corrective‑action plan. The report is published on the University website with open datasets (CSV/JSON) and explanatory notes. Significant contracts, environmental declarations of products, and building performance certificates are disclosed subject to legal and confidentiality requirements. Stakeholder feedback is solicited through online consultations and public briefings. Findings inform the next year’s targets and budget allocations. Procurement dashboards track spend by category, supplier risk scores, carbon intensity per monetary unit, and delivery distances. Exception reports flag purchases that deviate from standards. Randomised product testing verifies recycled content and absence of restricted substances; results are published with anonymised supplier identifiers.

Expected Outcomes:
Reduced environmental footprint through measurable decreases in emissions, energy and water intensity, and waste to landfill; increased recycling and recovery rates in construction and operations. Greater resilience, health, and quality of the built environment, with improved comfort, indoor environmental quality, and operational reliability supported by predictive maintenance. A campus‑wide culture of sustainability: informed decision‑making, ethical procurement, responsible behaviour, and collaboration between academics, operations staff, students, and external partners. Innovation and competitiveness: expanded research, prototypes, pilots, and technology transfer in sustainable materials, digital construction, and resource‑efficient systems, leading to new curricula, start‑ups, and patents. Transparent procurement enhances trust and competitiveness, reduces lifecycle costs, and accelerates the shift to low‑impact materials across the construction sector.

Guidance: contracts include clauses on take‑back schemes, repair obligations, and spare‑parts availability. Where feasible, service‑based models replace ownership to extend product life and reduce waste.
Capacity building: workshops for procurement officers explain life‑cycle costing, scenario analysis for price volatility, and integrating social value into award criteria.

 Example: A framework agreement for recycled aggregate specifies ≥30% recycled content, delivery radius ≤150 km, and quarterly disclosure of batch certificates. Example: For furniture, suppliers provide repair manuals and commit to parts availability for at least 10 years, reducing replacements and waste. Example: Packaging reduction targets require reusable pallets and crates, with reverse logistics coordinated by suppliers.

 Example: A framework agreement for recycled aggregate specifies ≥30% recycled content, delivery radius ≤150 km, and quarterly disclosure of batch certificates. Example: For furniture, suppliers provide repair manuals and commit to parts availability for at least 10 years, reducing replacements and waste. Example: Packaging reduction targets require reusable pallets and crates, with reverse logistics coordinated by suppliers.

 Example: A framework agreement for recycled aggregate specifies ≥30% recycled content, delivery radius ≤150 km, and quarterly disclosure of batch certificates. Example: For furniture, suppliers provide repair manuals and commit to parts availability for at least 10 years, reducing replacements and waste. Example: Packaging reduction targets require reusable pallets and crates, with reverse logistics coordinated by suppliers.

 Example: A framework agreement for recycled aggregate specifies ≥30% recycled content, delivery radius ≤150 km, and quarterly disclosure of batch certificates. Example: For furniture, suppliers provide repair manuals and commit to parts availability for at least 10 years, reducing replacements and waste. Example: Packaging reduction targets require reusable pallets and crates, with reverse logistics coordinated by suppliers.

 Example: A framework agreement for recycled aggregate specifies ≥30% recycled content, delivery radius ≤150 km, and quarterly disclosure of batch certificates. Example: For furniture, suppliers provide repair manuals and commit to parts availability for at least 10 years, reducing replacements and waste. Example: Packaging reduction targets require reusable pallets and crates, with reverse logistics coordinated by suppliers.

 Example: A framework agreement for recycled aggregate specifies ≥30% recycled content, delivery radius ≤150 km, and quarterly disclosure of batch certificates. Example: For furniture, suppliers provide repair manuals and commit to parts availability for at least 10 years, reducing replacements and waste. Example: Packaging reduction targets require reusable pallets and crates, with reverse logistics coordinated by suppliers.

 Example: A framework agreement for recycled aggregate specifies ≥30% recycled content, delivery radius ≤150 km, and quarterly disclosure of batch certificates. Example: For furniture, suppliers provide repair manuals and commit to parts availability for at least 10 years, reducing replacements and waste. Example: Packaging reduction targets require reusable pallets and crates, with reverse logistics coordinated by suppliers.

 Example: A framework agreement for recycled aggregate specifies ≥30% recycled content, delivery radius ≤150 km, and quarterly disclosure of batch certificates. Example: For furniture, suppliers provide repair manuals and commit to parts availability for at least 10 years, reducing replacements and waste. Example: Packaging reduction targets require reusable pallets and crates, with reverse logistics coordinated by suppliers.

 Example: A framework agreement for recycled aggregate specifies ≥30% recycled content, delivery radius ≤150 km, and quarterly disclosure of batch certificates. Example: For furniture, suppliers provide repair manuals and commit to parts availability for at least 10 years, reducing replacements and waste. Example: Packaging reduction targets require reusable pallets and crates, with reverse logistics coordinated by suppliers.

 Example: A framework agreement for recycled aggregate specifies ≥30% recycled content, delivery radius ≤150 km, and quarterly disclosure of batch certificates. Example: For furniture, suppliers provide repair manuals and commit to parts availability for at least 10 years, reducing replacements and waste. Example: Packaging reduction targets require reusable pallets and crates, with reverse logistics coordinated by suppliers.

 Example: A framework agreement for recycled aggregate specifies ≥30% recycled content, delivery radius ≤150 km, and quarterly disclosure of batch certificates. Example: For furniture, suppliers provide repair manuals and commit to parts availability for at least 10 years, reducing replacements and waste. Example: Packaging reduction targets require reusable pallets and crates, with reverse logistics coordinated by suppliers.

 Example: A framework agreement for recycled aggregate specifies ≥30% recycled content, delivery radius ≤150 km, and quarterly disclosure of batch certificates. Example: For furniture, suppliers provide repair manuals and commit to parts availability for at least 10 years, reducing replacements and waste. Example: Packaging reduction targets require reusable pallets and crates, with reverse logistics coordinated by suppliers.

 Example: A framework agreement for recycled aggregate specifies ≥30% recycled content, delivery radius ≤150 km, and quarterly disclosure of batch certificates. Example: For furniture, suppliers provide repair manuals and commit to parts availability for at least 10 years, reducing replacements and waste. Example: Packaging reduction targets require reusable pallets and crates, with reverse logistics coordinated by suppliers.

 Example: A framework agreement for recycled aggregate specifies ≥30% recycled content, delivery radius ≤150 km, and quarterly disclosure of batch certificates. Example: For furniture, suppliers provide repair manuals and commit to parts availability for at least 10 years, reducing replacements and waste. Example: Packaging reduction targets require reusable pallets and crates, with reverse logistics coordinated by suppliers.

 Example: A framework agreement for recycled aggregate specifies ≥30% recycled content, delivery radius ≤150 km, and quarterly disclosure of batch certificates. Example: For furniture, suppliers provide repair manuals and commit to parts availability for at least 10 years, reducing replacements and waste. Example: Packaging reduction targets require reusable pallets and crates, with reverse logistics coordinated by suppliers.

 Example: A framework agreement for recycled aggregate specifies ≥30% recycled content, delivery radius ≤150 km, and quarterly disclosure of batch certificates. Example: For furniture, suppliers provide repair manuals and commit to parts availability for at least 10 years, reducing replacements and waste. Example: Packaging reduction targets require reusable pallets and crates, with reverse logistics coordinated by suppliers.

 Example: A framework agreement for recycled aggregate specifies ≥30% recycled content, delivery radius ≤150 km, and quarterly disclosure of batch certificates. Example: For furniture, suppliers provide repair manuals and commit to parts availability for at least 10 years, reducing replacements and waste. Example: Packaging reduction targets require reusable pallets and crates, with reverse logistics coordinated by suppliers.

 Example: A framework agreement for recycled aggregate specifies ≥30% recycled content, delivery radius ≤150 km, and quarterly disclosure of batch certificates. Example: For furniture, suppliers provide repair manuals and commit to parts availability for at least 10 years, reducing replacements and waste. Example: Packaging reduction targets require reusable pallets and crates, with reverse logistics coordinated by suppliers.

 Example: A framework agreement for recycled aggregate specifies ≥30% recycled content, delivery radius ≤150 km, and quarterly disclosure of batch certificates. Example: For furniture, suppliers provide repair manuals and commit to parts availability for at least 10 years, reducing replacements and waste. Example: Packaging reduction targets require reusable pallets and crates, with reverse logistics coordinated by suppliers.

 Example: A framework agreement for recycled aggregate specifies ≥30% recycled content, delivery radius ≤150 km, and quarterly disclosure of batch certificates. Example: For furniture, suppliers provide repair manuals and commit to parts availability for at least 10 years, reducing replacements and waste. Example: Packaging reduction targets require reusable pallets and crates, with reverse logistics coordinated by suppliers.

 Example: A framework agreement for recycled aggregate specifies ≥30% recycled content, delivery radius ≤150 km, and quarterly disclosure of batch certificates. Example: For furniture, suppliers provide repair manuals and commit to parts availability for at least 10 years, reducing replacements and waste. Example: Packaging reduction targets require reusable pallets and crates, with reverse logistics coordinated by suppliers.

Policy 2. Waste Management and Recycling in Construction and Campus Operations Policy

Purpose:
Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA) adopts this policy to embed responsible consumption and sustainable production into daily governance, academic activity, research, and operations across all campuses. The policy translates sustainability principles—resource efficiency, circular economy, life‑cycle management, pollution prevention, transparency, and accountability—into clear institutional practice within the scope of policy 2. waste management and recycling in construction and campus operations policy. It recognises the strategic role of integrated waste management, material recovery, and zero‑waste culture in reducing environmental impact, improving economic efficiency, strengthening social responsibility, and aligning the built environment with low‑carbon development. By setting measurable objectives, defining responsibilities, and ensuring public access to information, the University aims to create a coherent, evidence‑based framework that catalyses continuous improvement.

Scope:
This policy applies to all faculties, departments, research centres, administrative units, student organisations, contractors, and suppliers operating on behalf of Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA). It covers planning, procurement, design, construction, renovation, operation, maintenance, education, research, public engagement, and data reporting related to construction, laboratories, offices, residences, cafeterias, and landscaping. The scope extends to partnerships with industry, municipalities, NGOs, and international networks whenever collaboration affects material flows, energy use, waste generation, chemical safety, digital monitoring, or community outcomes.

Implementation:
Construction and demolition waste is segregated at source into concrete, metals, timber, glass, gypsum, and mixed recyclables; contamination controls are applied to maintain market value of secondary materials. On‑campus recycling infrastructure provides colour‑coded bins and clear signage. Organic waste is composted or sent to anaerobic digestion where feasible. Laboratories follow strict segregation and neutralisation procedures, with licensed contractors handling hazardous residues. Life‑cycle assessment is applied to significant decisions. Alternatives are evaluated against total cost of ownership, embodied carbon, durability, reparability, recyclability, and the ability to disassemble components at end‑of‑life without loss of quality. Digitalisation enables traceability. Contracts, material declarations, building logbooks, and maintenance records are stored in accessible repositories. Dashboards visualise progress and support operational decisions in real time. Competence building is continuous. Training programmes for staff and students explain practical methods, legal requirements, and state‑of‑the‑art technologies that improve outcomes without compromising safety or quality. Design for waste prevention includes modular prefabrication, precise material take‑offs, and reusable formwork. Cafeterias transition to reusable service ware and implement food‑waste tracking. Repair, reuse, and swap programmes extend product life; ICT equipment is refurbished with certified data wiping before donation or resale.

Monitoring and Reporting:
A performance framework governs monitoring and reporting. Key indicators include energy intensity (kWh/m²), water use (m³/person), waste generation (kg/person), construction and demolition waste recovery rate (%), share of recycled content in materials (%), share of local or regional procurement by value (%), greenhouse‑gas emissions (tCO₂e), and the number of training hours per employee and student participation rates (%). Each unit submits quarterly data to the Sustainability Office. The Facilities Department verifies operational metrics; the Procurement Unit verifies supplier documentation; the Environmental Safety Unit verifies chemical and hazardous‑waste records. Internal audit ensures data integrity and corrective action tracking. An annual Sustainability Report summarises targets, achievements, gaps, and a corrective‑action plan. The report is published on the University website with open datasets (CSV/JSON) and explanatory notes. Significant contracts, environmental declarations of products, and building performance certificates are disclosed subject to legal and confidentiality requirements. Stakeholder feedback is solicited through online consultations and public briefings. Findings inform the next year’s targets and budget allocations. KPIs include total waste per capita, diversion rate, contamination rate, food waste per meal served, and hazardous‑waste incidents. Monthly dashboards guide corrective actions. Public waste‑audit summaries are posted online with maps of recycling points and instructions in multiple languages.

Expected Outcomes:
Reduced environmental footprint through measurable decreases in emissions, energy and water intensity, and waste to landfill; increased recycling and recovery rates in construction and operations. Greater resilience, health, and quality of the built environment, with improved comfort, indoor environmental quality, and operational reliability supported by predictive maintenance. A campus‑wide culture of sustainability: informed decision‑making, ethical procurement, responsible behaviour, and collaboration between academics, operations staff, students, and external partners. Innovation and competitiveness: expanded research, prototypes, pilots, and technology transfer in sustainable materials, digital construction, and resource‑efficient systems, leading to new curricula, start‑ups, and patents. A progressive shift from disposal to recovery stimulates local recycling markets, supports green jobs, and reduces the University’s environmental burden.

Emergency preparedness: contingency plans address waste surges during renovations, including temporary sorting lines and extra transport capacity.
Community engagement: joint clean‑up campaigns and repair cafés with neighbourhood organisations promote responsible consumption patterns.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

 Example: A major renovation achieves a 92% diversion rate by using on‑site sorting, metal resale, and concrete crushing for sub‑base. Example: Cafeterias reduce food waste by 25% in one semester using smart scales and menu analytics. Example: A student‑led reuse hub redistributes furniture and equipment between departments, avoiding new purchases.

Policy 3. Energy and Resource Efficiency in Architecture, Engineering and Campus Infrastructure Policy

Purpose:
Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA) adopts this policy to embed responsible consumption and sustainable production into daily governance, academic activity, research, and operations across all campuses. The policy translates sustainability principles—resource efficiency, circular economy, life‑cycle management, pollution prevention, transparency, and accountability—into clear institutional practice within the scope of policy 3. energy and resource efficiency in architecture, engineering and campus infrastructure policy. It recognises the strategic role of energy efficiency, water conservation, and high‑performance buildings in reducing environmental impact, improving economic efficiency, strengthening social responsibility, and aligning the built environment with low‑carbon development. By setting measurable objectives, defining responsibilities, and ensuring public access to information, the University aims to create a coherent, evidence‑based framework that catalyses continuous improvement.

Scope:
This policy applies to all faculties, departments, research centres, administrative units, student organisations, contractors, and suppliers operating on behalf of Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA). It covers planning, procurement, design, construction, renovation, operation, maintenance, education, research, public engagement, and data reporting related to planning, design, retrofits, operations, laboratories, and residences. The scope extends to partnerships with industry, municipalities, NGOs, and international networks whenever collaboration affects material flows, energy use, waste generation, chemical safety, digital monitoring, or community outcomes.

Implementation:
Passive design strategies are mandatory: orientation, shading, thermal mass, airtightness, and natural ventilation, supported by high‑efficiency HVAC and LED lighting. Renewable energy is prioritised through rooftop solar, solar‑thermal, and heat‑pump systems. Demand response and energy storage improve flexibility. Water efficiency includes leak detection, smart irrigation, greywater reuse, and low‑flow fixtures in all facilities. Life‑cycle assessment is applied to significant decisions. Alternatives are evaluated against total cost of ownership, embodied carbon, durability, reparability, recyclability, and the ability to disassemble components at end‑of‑life without loss of quality. Digitalisation enables traceability. Contracts, material declarations, building logbooks, and maintenance records are stored in accessible repositories. Dashboards visualise progress and support operational decisions in real time. Competence building is continuous. Training programmes for staff and students explain practical methods, legal requirements, and state‑of‑the‑art technologies that improve outcomes without compromising safety or quality. Building analytics platforms consolidate meter data, occupancy patterns, and weather forecasts to optimise setpoints and schedules. Green lease clauses align occupant behaviour with performance targets in shared facilities and residences.

Monitoring and Reporting:
A performance framework governs monitoring and reporting. Key indicators include energy intensity (kWh/m²), water use (m³/person), waste generation (kg/person), construction and demolition waste recovery rate (%), share of recycled content in materials (%), share of local or regional procurement by value (%), greenhouse‑gas emissions (tCO₂e), and the number of training hours per employee and student participation rates (%). Each unit submits quarterly data to the Sustainability Office. The Facilities Department verifies operational metrics; the Procurement Unit verifies supplier documentation; the Environmental Safety Unit verifies chemical and hazardous‑waste records. Internal audit ensures data integrity and corrective action tracking. An annual Sustainability Report summarises targets, achievements, gaps, and a corrective‑action plan. The report is published on the University website with open datasets (CSV/JSON) and explanatory notes. Significant contracts, environmental declarations of products, and building performance certificates are disclosed subject to legal and confidentiality requirements. Stakeholder feedback is solicited through online consultations and public briefings. Findings inform the next year’s targets and budget allocations. KPIs: energy use intensity (kWh/m²·year), peak demand (kW), renewable fraction (%), water use (L/person·day), indoor environmental quality indices, and maintenance backlog. Annual retro‑commissioning verifies that systems operate as designed; deficiencies are logged and resolved.

Expected Outcomes:
Reduced environmental footprint through measurable decreases in emissions, energy and water intensity, and waste to landfill; increased recycling and recovery rates in construction and operations. Greater resilience, health, and quality of the built environment, with improved comfort, indoor environmental quality, and operational reliability supported by predictive maintenance. A campus‑wide culture of sustainability: informed decision‑making, ethical procurement, responsible behaviour, and collaboration between academics, operations staff, students, and external partners. Innovation and competitiveness: expanded research, prototypes, pilots, and technology transfer in sustainable materials, digital construction, and resource‑efficient systems, leading to new curricula, start‑ups, and patents. Lower operating costs free budget for research and education; improved comfort enhances learning outcomes; emissions reductions support climate goals.

Design review: independent experts peer‑review energy models at concept and detailed‑design stages to de‑risk performance gaps.
User engagement: real‑time displays in lobbies show energy and water use, motivating behaviour change.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

 Example: A laboratory retrofit cuts electricity use by 35% via variable‑air‑volume fume hoods and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Residence halls save 20% water through smart shower timers and leak analytics. Example: A library achieves net‑zero electricity on an annual basis with rooftop PV and battery storage.

Policy 4. Circular Economy Integration in Design and Building Processes Policy

Purpose:
Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA) adopts this policy to embed responsible consumption and sustainable production into daily governance, academic activity, research, and operations across all campuses. The policy translates sustainability principles—resource efficiency, circular economy, life‑cycle management, pollution prevention, transparency, and accountability—into clear institutional practice within the scope of policy 4. circular economy integration in design and building processes policy. It recognises the strategic role of circular design, modularity, reuse, and material flow management in reducing environmental impact, improving economic efficiency, strengthening social responsibility, and aligning the built environment with low‑carbon development. By setting measurable objectives, defining responsibilities, and ensuring public access to information, the University aims to create a coherent, evidence‑based framework that catalyses continuous improvement.

Scope:
This policy applies to all faculties, departments, research centres, administrative units, student organisations, contractors, and suppliers operating on behalf of Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA). It covers planning, procurement, design, construction, renovation, operation, maintenance, education, research, public engagement, and data reporting related to building life cycle from concept to deconstruction. The scope extends to partnerships with industry, municipalities, NGOs, and international networks whenever collaboration affects material flows, energy use, waste generation, chemical safety, digital monitoring, or community outcomes.

Implementation:
Design for adaptability and disassembly ensures components can be replaced, upgraded, or recovered without damaging adjacent systems. Material passports record composition, hazards, and recovery options. Preference is given to standardised components and reversible connections. Procurement requires recycled content thresholds and take‑back schemes for key product categories. Life‑cycle assessment is applied to significant decisions. Alternatives are evaluated against total cost of ownership, embodied carbon, durability, reparability, recyclability, and the ability to disassemble components at end‑of‑life without loss of quality. Digitalisation enables traceability. Contracts, material declarations, building logbooks, and maintenance records are stored in accessible repositories. Dashboards visualise progress and support operational decisions in real time. Competence building is continuous. Training programmes for staff and students explain practical methods, legal requirements, and state‑of‑the‑art technologies that improve outcomes without compromising safety or quality. Studios and labs prototype 3D‑printed elements using recycled polymers and explore geopolymer concrete with industrial by‑products. Pilot buildings host circular components (demountable partitions, raised floors, modular façades) tracked by digital twins.

Monitoring and Reporting:
A performance framework governs monitoring and reporting. Key indicators include energy intensity (kWh/m²), water use (m³/person), waste generation (kg/person), construction and demolition waste recovery rate (%), share of recycled content in materials (%), share of local or regional procurement by value (%), greenhouse‑gas emissions (tCO₂e), and the number of training hours per employee and student participation rates (%). Each unit submits quarterly data to the Sustainability Office. The Facilities Department verifies operational metrics; the Procurement Unit verifies supplier documentation; the Environmental Safety Unit verifies chemical and hazardous‑waste records. Internal audit ensures data integrity and corrective action tracking. An annual Sustainability Report summarises targets, achievements, gaps, and a corrective‑action plan. The report is published on the University website with open datasets (CSV/JSON) and explanatory notes. Significant contracts, environmental declarations of products, and building performance certificates are disclosed subject to legal and confidentiality requirements. Stakeholder feedback is solicited through online consultations and public briefings. Findings inform the next year’s targets and budget allocations. KPIs: reuse rate of building components (%), recycled content (%), number of circular pilots, and secondary‑materials substitution in projects. Annual circularity reviews identify bottlenecks in standards, logistics, and markets; recommendations are published.

Expected Outcomes:
Reduced environmental footprint through measurable decreases in emissions, energy and water intensity, and waste to landfill; increased recycling and recovery rates in construction and operations. Greater resilience, health, and quality of the built environment, with improved comfort, indoor environmental quality, and operational reliability supported by predictive maintenance. A campus‑wide culture of sustainability: informed decision‑making, ethical procurement, responsible behaviour, and collaboration between academics, operations staff, students, and external partners. Innovation and competitiveness: expanded research, prototypes, pilots, and technology transfer in sustainable materials, digital construction, and resource‑efficient systems, leading to new curricula, start‑ups, and patents. Circular construction reduces demand for virgin materials, stimulates regional recovery industries, and builds resilience to supply shocks.

Education link: design briefs require students to quantify circularity indicators and compare linear vs circular scenarios.
Finance link: life‑cycle costing includes residual value of components recovered at end‑of‑life.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

 Example: A studio project achieves 85% component reusability by using reversible mechanical fasteners and standardised modules. Example: A refurbishment recovers façade panels for reuse in a new annex, documented via material passports. Example: A pilot adopts leasing for lighting systems, shifting from product sales to service models with guaranteed upgrades.

Policy 5. Sustainable Campus Operations and Green Office Practices Policy

Purpose:
Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA) adopts this policy to embed responsible consumption and sustainable production into daily governance, academic activity, research, and operations across all campuses. The policy translates sustainability principles—resource efficiency, circular economy, life‑cycle management, pollution prevention, transparency, and accountability—into clear institutional practice within the scope of policy 5. sustainable campus operations and green office practices policy. It recognises the strategic role of everyday operations, digital efficiency, and behaviour change in reducing environmental impact, improving economic efficiency, strengthening social responsibility, and aligning the built environment with low‑carbon development. By setting measurable objectives, defining responsibilities, and ensuring public access to information, the University aims to create a coherent, evidence‑based framework that catalyses continuous improvement.

Scope:
This policy applies to all faculties, departments, research centres, administrative units, student organisations, contractors, and suppliers operating on behalf of Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA). It covers planning, procurement, design, construction, renovation, operation, maintenance, education, research, public engagement, and data reporting related to administration, teaching spaces, libraries, labs, residences, and events. The scope extends to partnerships with industry, municipalities, NGOs, and international networks whenever collaboration affects material flows, energy use, waste generation, chemical safety, digital monitoring, or community outcomes.

Implementation:
Paper use is minimised through electronic signatures, cloud collaboration, and secure records management. Printers default to duplex and grayscale; recycled paper is standard. Cleaning uses eco‑labelled products; purchasing favours durable furniture, repairability, and recycled content. Single‑use plastics are eliminated from events and cafeterias. Mobility measures prioritise walking, cycling, and public transport; parking policies reward low‑emission vehicles; charging points support electrification. Life‑cycle assessment is applied to significant decisions. Alternatives are evaluated against total cost of ownership, embodied carbon, durability, reparability, recyclability, and the ability to disassemble components at end‑of‑life without loss of quality. Digitalisation enables traceability. Contracts, material declarations, building logbooks, and maintenance records are stored in accessible repositories. Dashboards visualise progress and support operational decisions in real time. Competence building is continuous. Training programmes for staff and students explain practical methods, legal requirements, and state‑of‑the‑art technologies that improve outcomes without compromising safety or quality. Green events guidance covers catering, waste, travel, and accessibility. A re‑use hub redistributes surplus equipment and furniture. Biodiversity actions include native planting, pollinator‑friendly areas, and habitat corridors; irrigation is optimised with weather‑based controls.

Monitoring and Reporting:
A performance framework governs monitoring and reporting. Key indicators include energy intensity (kWh/m²), water use (m³/person), waste generation (kg/person), construction and demolition waste recovery rate (%), share of recycled content in materials (%), share of local or regional procurement by value (%), greenhouse‑gas emissions (tCO₂e), and the number of training hours per employee and student participation rates (%). Each unit submits quarterly data to the Sustainability Office. The Facilities Department verifies operational metrics; the Procurement Unit verifies supplier documentation; the Environmental Safety Unit verifies chemical and hazardous‑waste records. Internal audit ensures data integrity and corrective action tracking. An annual Sustainability Report summarises targets, achievements, gaps, and a corrective‑action plan. The report is published on the University website with open datasets (CSV/JSON) and explanatory notes. Significant contracts, environmental declarations of products, and building performance certificates are disclosed subject to legal and confidentiality requirements. Stakeholder feedback is solicited through online consultations and public briefings. Findings inform the next year’s targets and budget allocations. KPIs: paper per FTE (sheets/FTE), office energy (kWh/FTE), waste per FTE (kg/FTE), active‑travel share (%), and green‑event compliance rates. Recognition programmes celebrate units that achieve best‑in‑class performance, creating positive competition.

Expected Outcomes:
Reduced environmental footprint through measurable decreases in emissions, energy and water intensity, and waste to landfill; increased recycling and recovery rates in construction and operations. Greater resilience, health, and quality of the built environment, with improved comfort, indoor environmental quality, and operational reliability supported by predictive maintenance. A campus‑wide culture of sustainability: informed decision‑making, ethical procurement, responsible behaviour, and collaboration between academics, operations staff, students, and external partners. Innovation and competitiveness: expanded research, prototypes, pilots, and technology transfer in sustainable materials, digital construction, and resource‑efficient systems, leading to new curricula, start‑ups, and patents. A cohesive culture of sustainability reduces costs, enhances well‑being, and demonstrates institutional leadership to students and partners.

Health co‑benefits: better air quality, natural light, and active travel support student success and staff productivity.
Digital inclusion: training ensures all staff can use e‑workflows and accessibility features effectively.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

 Example: Digitising archival processes cuts paper consumption by 60% in one year while improving retrieval speed. Example: A campus‑wide bike‑share increases cycling modal share to 22% during spring term. Example: A reuse programme diverts 12 tonnes of furniture from landfill by remanufacturing and internal transfers.

Policy 6. Sustainable Construction and Renovation of University Facilities Policy

Purpose:
Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA) adopts this policy to embed responsible consumption and sustainable production into daily governance, academic activity, research, and operations across all campuses. The policy translates sustainability principles—resource efficiency, circular economy, life‑cycle management, pollution prevention, transparency, and accountability—into clear institutional practice within the scope of policy 6. sustainable construction and renovation of university facilities policy. It recognises the strategic role of green building, adaptive reuse, and post‑occupancy performance in reducing environmental impact, improving economic efficiency, strengthening social responsibility, and aligning the built environment with low‑carbon development. By setting measurable objectives, defining responsibilities, and ensuring public access to information, the University aims to create a coherent, evidence‑based framework that catalyses continuous improvement.

Scope:
This policy applies to all faculties, departments, research centres, administrative units, student organisations, contractors, and suppliers operating on behalf of Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA). It covers planning, procurement, design, construction, renovation, operation, maintenance, education, research, public engagement, and data reporting related to new builds, major retrofits, minor refurbishments, and maintenance. The scope extends to partnerships with industry, municipalities, NGOs, and international networks whenever collaboration affects material flows, energy use, waste generation, chemical safety, digital monitoring, or community outcomes.

Implementation:
Design teams adopt passive strategies, high‑performance envelopes, efficient systems, and healthy materials. Accessibility and universal design are integral to projects. Adaptive reuse is preferred over demolition; heritage values are respected. Construction environmental plans address noise, dust, water protection, and site safety. Waste management includes on‑site segregation, recovery targets, and verifiable transfer to licensed facilities. Life‑cycle assessment is applied to significant decisions. Alternatives are evaluated against total cost of ownership, embodied carbon, durability, reparability, recyclability, and the ability to disassemble components at end‑of‑life without loss of quality. Digitalisation enables traceability. Contracts, material declarations, building logbooks, and maintenance records are stored in accessible repositories. Dashboards visualise progress and support operational decisions in real time. Competence building is continuous. Training programmes for staff and students explain practical methods, legal requirements, and state‑of‑the‑art technologies that improve outcomes without compromising safety or quality. Post‑occupancy evaluations measure comfort, acoustics, daylight, and user satisfaction; results inform corrective actions and future designs. Green cleaning, preventive maintenance, and fault detection reduce deterioration and extend asset life.

Monitoring and Reporting:
A performance framework governs monitoring and reporting. Key indicators include energy intensity (kWh/m²), water use (m³/person), waste generation (kg/person), construction and demolition waste recovery rate (%), share of recycled content in materials (%), share of local or regional procurement by value (%), greenhouse‑gas emissions (tCO₂e), and the number of training hours per employee and student participation rates (%). Each unit submits quarterly data to the Sustainability Office. The Facilities Department verifies operational metrics; the Procurement Unit verifies supplier documentation; the Environmental Safety Unit verifies chemical and hazardous‑waste records. Internal audit ensures data integrity and corrective action tracking. An annual Sustainability Report summarises targets, achievements, gaps, and a corrective‑action plan. The report is published on the University website with open datasets (CSV/JSON) and explanatory notes. Significant contracts, environmental declarations of products, and building performance certificates are disclosed subject to legal and confidentiality requirements. Stakeholder feedback is solicited through online consultations and public briefings. Findings inform the next year’s targets and budget allocations. KPIs: energy and water performance vs design targets, commissioning issues resolved (%), diversion rate of C&D waste (%), and indoor environmental quality scores. Digital building logbooks store certificates, warranties, and performance data; summaries are published.

Expected Outcomes:
Reduced environmental footprint through measurable decreases in emissions, energy and water intensity, and waste to landfill; increased recycling and recovery rates in construction and operations. Greater resilience, health, and quality of the built environment, with improved comfort, indoor environmental quality, and operational reliability supported by predictive maintenance. A campus‑wide culture of sustainability: informed decision‑making, ethical procurement, responsible behaviour, and collaboration between academics, operations staff, students, and external partners. Innovation and competitiveness: expanded research, prototypes, pilots, and technology transfer in sustainable materials, digital construction, and resource‑efficient systems, leading to new curricula, start‑ups, and patents. High‑performance buildings reduce costs, improve health outcomes, and showcase the University’s design excellence to partners and applicants.

Supplier development: mentoring raises contractor capability in low‑carbon methods and quality control.
Risk management: contingency budgets address market volatility in sustainable materials.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

 Example: A deep‑energy retrofit cuts heating demand by 55% using insulation upgrades and heat‑recovery ventilation. Example: Acoustic improvements in studios raise user satisfaction from 3.2 to 4.5/5 post‑occupancy. Example: Modular classrooms reduce construction waste by 70% compared with traditional builds.

Policy 7. Hazardous Waste, Laboratory and Chemical Management Policy

Purpose:
Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA) adopts this policy to embed responsible consumption and sustainable production into daily governance, academic activity, research, and operations across all campuses. The policy translates sustainability principles—resource efficiency, circular economy, life‑cycle management, pollution prevention, transparency, and accountability—into clear institutional practice within the scope of policy 7. hazardous waste, laboratory and chemical management policy. It recognises the strategic role of chemical safety, hazardous waste control, and risk prevention in reducing environmental impact, improving economic efficiency, strengthening social responsibility, and aligning the built environment with low‑carbon development. By setting measurable objectives, defining responsibilities, and ensuring public access to information, the University aims to create a coherent, evidence‑based framework that catalyses continuous improvement.

Scope:
This policy applies to all faculties, departments, research centres, administrative units, student organisations, contractors, and suppliers operating on behalf of Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA). It covers planning, procurement, design, construction, renovation, operation, maintenance, education, research, public engagement, and data reporting related to laboratories, workshops, maintenance, and construction. The scope extends to partnerships with industry, municipalities, NGOs, and international networks whenever collaboration affects material flows, energy use, waste generation, chemical safety, digital monitoring, or community outcomes.

Implementation:
A central chemical inventory with barcoding tracks quantities, expiry dates, storage locations, and hazard classes. Substitution with safer alternatives is mandatory where feasible. Standard operating procedures govern handling, storage, segregation, and emergency response; spill kits and PPE are provided in all relevant areas. Hazardous waste is collected in labelled containers with secondary containment and transferred only to licensed contractors. Life‑cycle assessment is applied to significant decisions. Alternatives are evaluated against total cost of ownership, embodied carbon, durability, reparability, recyclability, and the ability to disassemble components at end‑of‑life without loss of quality. Digitalisation enables traceability. Contracts, material declarations, building logbooks, and maintenance records are stored in accessible repositories. Dashboards visualise progress and support operational decisions in real time. Competence building is continuous. Training programmes for staff and students explain practical methods, legal requirements, and state‑of‑the‑art technologies that improve outcomes without compromising safety or quality. Compatibility charts prevent dangerous reactions; ventilation is verified through regular tests; fume hoods are certified annually. Training is competency‑based with refreshers; contractors receive site‑specific inductions on chemical hazards.

Monitoring and Reporting:
A performance framework governs monitoring and reporting. Key indicators include energy intensity (kWh/m²), water use (m³/person), waste generation (kg/person), construction and demolition waste recovery rate (%), share of recycled content in materials (%), share of local or regional procurement by value (%), greenhouse‑gas emissions (tCO₂e), and the number of training hours per employee and student participation rates (%). Each unit submits quarterly data to the Sustainability Office. The Facilities Department verifies operational metrics; the Procurement Unit verifies supplier documentation; the Environmental Safety Unit verifies chemical and hazardous‑waste records. Internal audit ensures data integrity and corrective action tracking. An annual Sustainability Report summarises targets, achievements, gaps, and a corrective‑action plan. The report is published on the University website with open datasets (CSV/JSON) and explanatory notes. Significant contracts, environmental declarations of products, and building performance certificates are disclosed subject to legal and confidentiality requirements. Stakeholder feedback is solicited through online consultations and public briefings. Findings inform the next year’s targets and budget allocations. KPIs: incidents and near misses, compliance rates from inspections, expired stock reduction, and completion of corrective actions within target timeframes. Summary statistics and guidance are published for transparency; confidential details are protected.

Expected Outcomes:
Reduced environmental footprint through measurable decreases in emissions, energy and water intensity, and waste to landfill; increased recycling and recovery rates in construction and operations. Greater resilience, health, and quality of the built environment, with improved comfort, indoor environmental quality, and operational reliability supported by predictive maintenance. A campus‑wide culture of sustainability: informed decision‑making, ethical procurement, responsible behaviour, and collaboration between academics, operations staff, students, and external partners. Innovation and competitiveness: expanded research, prototypes, pilots, and technology transfer in sustainable materials, digital construction, and resource‑efficient systems, leading to new curricula, start‑ups, and patents. Improved safety culture, fewer incidents, legal compliance, and reduced environmental risk from chemical handling.

Green chemistry: research promotes water‑based formulations, low‑VOC coatings, and benign solvents for construction applications.
Waste minimisation: microscale experiments and shared stocks reduce purchasing and disposal volumes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

 Example: Barcoding and automated alerts cut expired chemical stock by 40% in the first year. Example: A solvent substitution programme eliminates 80% of high‑VOC products in paint labs. Example: Emergency drills reduce average spill response time from 10 to 4 minutes.

Policy 8. Awareness, Training and Education for Responsible Consumption Policy

Purpose:
Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA) adopts this policy to embed responsible consumption and sustainable production into daily governance, academic activity, research, and operations across all campuses. The policy translates sustainability principles—resource efficiency, circular economy, life‑cycle management, pollution prevention, transparency, and accountability—into clear institutional practice within the scope of policy 8. awareness, training and education for responsible consumption policy. It recognises the strategic role of sustainability literacy, behaviour change, and public outreach in reducing environmental impact, improving economic efficiency, strengthening social responsibility, and aligning the built environment with low‑carbon development. By setting measurable objectives, defining responsibilities, and ensuring public access to information, the University aims to create a coherent, evidence‑based framework that catalyses continuous improvement.

Scope:
This policy applies to all faculties, departments, research centres, administrative units, student organisations, contractors, and suppliers operating on behalf of Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA). It covers planning, procurement, design, construction, renovation, operation, maintenance, education, research, public engagement, and data reporting related to curricula, staff development, student life, and community programmes. The scope extends to partnerships with industry, municipalities, NGOs, and international networks whenever collaboration affects material flows, energy use, waste generation, chemical safety, digital monitoring, or community outcomes.

Implementation:
Curricula integrate life‑cycle thinking, eco‑design, and circular‑economy strategies; capstone projects address real‑world sustainability challenges. Staff development covers energy saving, waste segregation, green procurement, and inclusive communication. Awareness campaigns use exhibitions, open lectures, and digital media to promote responsible lifestyles and resource conservation. Life‑cycle assessment is applied to significant decisions. Alternatives are evaluated against total cost of ownership, embodied carbon, durability, reparability, recyclability, and the ability to disassemble components at end‑of‑life without loss of quality. Digitalisation enables traceability. Contracts, material declarations, building logbooks, and maintenance records are stored in accessible repositories. Dashboards visualise progress and support operational decisions in real time. Competence building is continuous. Training programmes for staff and students explain practical methods, legal requirements, and state‑of‑the‑art technologies that improve outcomes without compromising safety or quality. Student clubs lead repair cafés, reuse drives, and zero‑waste events; recognition programmes highlight exemplary initiatives. Outreach with schools and municipalities shares expertise on sustainable construction and urban planning.

Monitoring and Reporting:
A performance framework governs monitoring and reporting. Key indicators include energy intensity (kWh/m²), water use (m³/person), waste generation (kg/person), construction and demolition waste recovery rate (%), share of recycled content in materials (%), share of local or regional procurement by value (%), greenhouse‑gas emissions (tCO₂e), and the number of training hours per employee and student participation rates (%). Each unit submits quarterly data to the Sustainability Office. The Facilities Department verifies operational metrics; the Procurement Unit verifies supplier documentation; the Environmental Safety Unit verifies chemical and hazardous‑waste records. Internal audit ensures data integrity and corrective action tracking. An annual Sustainability Report summarises targets, achievements, gaps, and a corrective‑action plan. The report is published on the University website with open datasets (CSV/JSON) and explanatory notes. Significant contracts, environmental declarations of products, and building performance certificates are disclosed subject to legal and confidentiality requirements. Stakeholder feedback is solicited through online consultations and public briefings. Findings inform the next year’s targets and budget allocations. KPIs: participation rates, learning outcomes, behaviour‑change surveys, and number of community collaborations. An online hub hosts learning resources, tutorials, and success stories to inspire replication.

Expected Outcomes:
Reduced environmental footprint through measurable decreases in emissions, energy and water intensity, and waste to landfill; increased recycling and recovery rates in construction and operations. Greater resilience, health, and quality of the built environment, with improved comfort, indoor environmental quality, and operational reliability supported by predictive maintenance. A campus‑wide culture of sustainability: informed decision‑making, ethical procurement, responsible behaviour, and collaboration between academics, operations staff, students, and external partners. Innovation and competitiveness: expanded research, prototypes, pilots, and technology transfer in sustainable materials, digital construction, and resource‑efficient systems, leading to new curricula, start‑ups, and patents. A knowledgeable community capable of making ethical, evidence‑based choices that advance sustainability in everyday life and professional practice.

Inclusion: materials are accessible and multilingual; activities consider diverse needs and schedules.
Research integration: findings from University projects are translated into teaching cases and public materials.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

 Example: A Sustainability Week engages 4,000 participants and triggers a 15% increase in recycling accuracy on campus. Example: A design‑build studio creates a modular exhibit on circular construction visited by local schools. Example: Staff energy‑saving training leads to a 7% drop in office electricity use.

Policy 9. Research, Innovation and Smart Technologies for Sustainable Production Policy

Purpose:
Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA) adopts this policy to embed responsible consumption and sustainable production into daily governance, academic activity, research, and operations across all campuses. The policy translates sustainability principles—resource efficiency, circular economy, life‑cycle management, pollution prevention, transparency, and accountability—into clear institutional practice within the scope of policy 9. research, innovation and smart technologies for sustainable production policy. It recognises the strategic role of research excellence, digitalisation, and technology transfer in reducing environmental impact, improving economic efficiency, strengthening social responsibility, and aligning the built environment with low‑carbon development. By setting measurable objectives, defining responsibilities, and ensuring public access to information, the University aims to create a coherent, evidence‑based framework that catalyses continuous improvement.

Scope:
This policy applies to all faculties, departments, research centres, administrative units, student organisations, contractors, and suppliers operating on behalf of Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA). It covers planning, procurement, design, construction, renovation, operation, maintenance, education, research, public engagement, and data reporting related to labs, centres, living labs, and innovation ecosystems. The scope extends to partnerships with industry, municipalities, NGOs, and international networks whenever collaboration affects material flows, energy use, waste generation, chemical safety, digital monitoring, or community outcomes.

Implementation:
Priority research areas include low‑carbon materials, energy‑positive buildings, digital fabrication, and resource‑efficient systems. Digital tools—BIM, IoT, AI, and digital twins—optimise design, construction, and operation, reducing waste and emissions. Technology transfer supports patents, prototypes, standards development, and start‑ups focused on sustainable production. Life‑cycle assessment is applied to significant decisions. Alternatives are evaluated against total cost of ownership, embodied carbon, durability, reparability, recyclability, and the ability to disassemble components at end‑of‑life without loss of quality. Digitalisation enables traceability. Contracts, material declarations, building logbooks, and maintenance records are stored in accessible repositories. Dashboards visualise progress and support operational decisions in real time. Competence building is continuous. Training programmes for staff and students explain practical methods, legal requirements, and state‑of‑the‑art technologies that improve outcomes without compromising safety or quality. Seed grants and challenge prizes reward high‑impact projects; interdisciplinary consortia include industry and public stakeholders. Open science practices—preprints, repositories, and FAIR data—accelerate dissemination and collaboration.

Monitoring and Reporting:
A performance framework governs monitoring and reporting. Key indicators include energy intensity (kWh/m²), water use (m³/person), waste generation (kg/person), construction and demolition waste recovery rate (%), share of recycled content in materials (%), share of local or regional procurement by value (%), greenhouse‑gas emissions (tCO₂e), and the number of training hours per employee and student participation rates (%). Each unit submits quarterly data to the Sustainability Office. The Facilities Department verifies operational metrics; the Procurement Unit verifies supplier documentation; the Environmental Safety Unit verifies chemical and hazardous‑waste records. Internal audit ensures data integrity and corrective action tracking. An annual Sustainability Report summarises targets, achievements, gaps, and a corrective‑action plan. The report is published on the University website with open datasets (CSV/JSON) and explanatory notes. Significant contracts, environmental declarations of products, and building performance certificates are disclosed subject to legal and confidentiality requirements. Stakeholder feedback is solicited through online consultations and public briefings. Findings inform the next year’s targets and budget allocations. KPIs: peer‑reviewed outputs, prototypes, external funding, collaboration networks, pilot deployments, and measured environmental benefits. Impact case studies document real‑world change enabled by research and innovation.

Expected Outcomes:
Reduced environmental footprint through measurable decreases in emissions, energy and water intensity, and waste to landfill; increased recycling and recovery rates in construction and operations. Greater resilience, health, and quality of the built environment, with improved comfort, indoor environmental quality, and operational reliability supported by predictive maintenance. A campus‑wide culture of sustainability: informed decision‑making, ethical procurement, responsible behaviour, and collaboration between academics, operations staff, students, and external partners. Innovation and competitiveness: expanded research, prototypes, pilots, and technology transfer in sustainable materials, digital construction, and resource‑efficient systems, leading to new curricula, start‑ups, and patents. A vibrant ecosystem where knowledge drives responsible production, competitiveness, and sustainable growth in the construction sector.

Skills pipeline: postgraduate programmes train specialists in eco‑innovation and digital construction.
Standards: participation in national and international committees embeds sustainability in technical norms.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

 Example: A start‑up spins out geopolymer technology that reduces cement‑related CO₂ by 60%. Example: A digital‑twin pilot identifies optimisation opportunities cutting HVAC energy 18% in a teaching block. Example: An open materials database helps designers select low‑impact alternatives with verified declarations.

Policy 10. Partnerships with Industry and Communities for Sustainable Construction and Responsible Consumption Policy

Purpose:
Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA) adopts this policy to embed responsible consumption and sustainable production into daily governance, academic activity, research, and operations across all campuses. The policy translates sustainability principles—resource efficiency, circular economy, life‑cycle management, pollution prevention, transparency, and accountability—into clear institutional practice within the scope of policy 10. partnerships with industry and communities for sustainable construction and responsible consumption policy. It recognises the strategic role of cross‑sector collaboration, social value, and international cooperation in reducing environmental impact, improving economic efficiency, strengthening social responsibility, and aligning the built environment with low‑carbon development. By setting measurable objectives, defining responsibilities, and ensuring public access to information, the University aims to create a coherent, evidence‑based framework that catalyses continuous improvement.

Scope:
This policy applies to all faculties, departments, research centres, administrative units, student organisations, contractors, and suppliers operating on behalf of Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA). It covers planning, procurement, design, construction, renovation, operation, maintenance, education, research, public engagement, and data reporting related to agreements, pilots, training, and community projects. The scope extends to partnerships with industry, municipalities, NGOs, and international networks whenever collaboration affects material flows, energy use, waste generation, chemical safety, digital monitoring, or community outcomes.

Implementation:
Partnerships with companies, municipalities, NGOs, and international bodies co‑create pilots in low‑carbon materials, energy retrofits, waste valorisation, and circular supply chains. Memoranda of understanding define roles, responsibilities, shared resources, and data‑sharing protocols with attention to ethics and privacy. Community programmes include public lectures, demonstration projects, and participatory design for public spaces. Life‑cycle assessment is applied to significant decisions. Alternatives are evaluated against total cost of ownership, embodied carbon, durability, reparability, recyclability, and the ability to disassemble components at end‑of‑life without loss of quality. Digitalisation enables traceability. Contracts, material declarations, building logbooks, and maintenance records are stored in accessible repositories. Dashboards visualise progress and support operational decisions in real time. Competence building is continuous. Training programmes for staff and students explain practical methods, legal requirements, and state‑of‑the‑art technologies that improve outcomes without compromising safety or quality. Internships and apprenticeships align student learning with real‑world sustainability challenges; professional training upskills the workforce. Joint funding applications expand impact; regional clusters coordinate logistics for secondary materials and reverse flows.

Monitoring and Reporting:
A performance framework governs monitoring and reporting. Key indicators include energy intensity (kWh/m²), water use (m³/person), waste generation (kg/person), construction and demolition waste recovery rate (%), share of recycled content in materials (%), share of local or regional procurement by value (%), greenhouse‑gas emissions (tCO₂e), and the number of training hours per employee and student participation rates (%). Each unit submits quarterly data to the Sustainability Office. The Facilities Department verifies operational metrics; the Procurement Unit verifies supplier documentation; the Environmental Safety Unit verifies chemical and hazardous‑waste records. Internal audit ensures data integrity and corrective action tracking. An annual Sustainability Report summarises targets, achievements, gaps, and a corrective‑action plan. The report is published on the University website with open datasets (CSV/JSON) and explanatory notes. Significant contracts, environmental declarations of products, and building performance certificates are disclosed subject to legal and confidentiality requirements. Stakeholder feedback is solicited through online consultations and public briefings. Findings inform the next year’s targets and budget allocations. KPIs: number of active partnerships, pilot outcomes, investment leveraged, jobs supported, and environmental benefits realised through collaboration. Annual partnership reviews capture lessons learned and publish success stories to promote replication.

Expected Outcomes:
Reduced environmental footprint through measurable decreases in emissions, energy and water intensity, and waste to landfill; increased recycling and recovery rates in construction and operations. Greater resilience, health, and quality of the built environment, with improved comfort, indoor environmental quality, and operational reliability supported by predictive maintenance. A campus‑wide culture of sustainability: informed decision‑making, ethical procurement, responsible behaviour, and collaboration between academics, operations staff, students, and external partners. Innovation and competitiveness: expanded research, prototypes, pilots, and technology transfer in sustainable materials, digital construction, and resource‑efficient systems, leading to new curricula, start‑ups, and patents. Shared value creation: cleaner production, green jobs, improved public services, and stronger community resilience backed by transparent evidence.

Equity: partnerships prioritise inclusion of SMEs and community groups, ensuring fair access to opportunities.
Global reach: participation in international networks accelerates knowledge exchange and benchmarking.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.

 Example: A city‑university partnership retrofits schools, cutting energy bills by 28% and improving comfort for 10,000 pupils. Example: An industrial symbiosis project supplies reclaimed aggregates from demolition to a local precast factory. Example: A regional reuse marketplace enables departments to trade components, reducing procurement costs.