Climate Action
Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.
Central Asian University is deeply committed to addressing climate change through a comprehensive sustainability strategy aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 13: Climate Action. The university’s environmental vision aims to achieve carbon neutrality, reduce energy consumption, manage waste responsibly, and transition fully to renewable energy sources by 2030. CAU integrates sustainability into every aspect of campus life from infrastructure and research to education and community engagement. Through initiatives such as energy-efficient systems, solar power installations, smart waste management, and reforestation projects, CAU is actively reducing its ecological footprint. The university also fosters a strong culture of environmental awareness among students, faculty, and staff, ensuring that sustainability becomes a shared value and daily practice. With continuous monitoring, transparent reporting, and collaboration with local and global partners, CAU strives to position itself as a regional leader in climate action and a model for sustainable development in Central Asia.
Central Asian University has developed a comprehensive framework to guide its climate action strategies and ensure full alignment with international sustainability standards. The university is progressively transitioning to renewable energy sources, prioritizing the expansion of solar power systems and exploring the integration of wind energy to further diversify its energy mix. In addition, all new campus developments and renovation projects incorporate energy-efficient technologies designed to minimize consumption and carbon output. To maintain transparency and accountability, CAU conducts regular energy audits that monitor usage patterns, assess performance, and identify opportunities for further improvement. Alongside these technical measures, the university promotes behavioral change through awareness programs that educate students, faculty, and staff about responsible energy use and sustainable practices. Collectively, these efforts reinforce CAU’s vision of fostering a campus culture rooted in environmental consciousness and shared responsibility for climate action.
In alignment with its institutional Climate Action Plan, CAU is poised to expand the scope and impact of its sustainability initiatives in the coming years. The university has set ambitious yet achievable targets that include reducing total energy consumption by 30% through efficiency improvements and transitioning to 100% renewable energy across all operations. Plans are also underway to introduce AI-driven monitoring systems and automated energy management technologies that will enable real-time data analysis and predictive optimization of resource use.
Through these strategic advancements, CAU aspires to position itself as a regional leader in higher education sustainability, demonstrating how innovation, policy, and community engagement can work together to achieve long-term environmental resilience. The university’s forward-looking approach underscores its unwavering commitment to achieving carbon neutrality and contributing meaningfully to global climate solutions.
Through these strategic advancements, CAU aspires to position itself as a regional leader in higher education sustainability, demonstrating how innovation, policy, and community engagement can work together to achieve long-term environmental resilience. The university’s forward-looking approach underscores its unwavering commitment to achieving carbon neutrality and contributing meaningfully to global climate solutions.
CAU’s Carbon Reduction Strategy and Targets (Scope 1 & 2)
Central Asian University acknowledges the urgent need to combat climate change and its impacts, aligning its institutional sustainability strategy with United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 13 - Climate Action. The university recognizes that higher education institutions play a pivotal role in leading the transition toward a low-carbon future through innovation, education, and responsible operations.
To this end, CAU has adopted a proactive approach to reducing its carbon footprint, focusing on measurable progress across all aspects of campus life. The university systematically monitors and manages its direct Scope 1 and indirect Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, integrating sustainability principles into infrastructure design, energy systems, and behavioral practices.
This commitment not only strengthens CAU’s contribution to global climate resilience but also positions the university as a regional leader in environmental stewardship and sustainable campus development.
Central Asian University has established a long-term commitment to carbon reduction by aligning with international climate targets. The university has set the goal of reducing Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by at least 50% by 2035, with the aspiration to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
This target will be pursued through the following key strategies:
- Transition to renewable energy sources (solar installations planned by 2026)
- Energy-efficient renovation of existing campus buildings
- Gradual electrification of university-owned vehicles
- Behavioral campaigns and green policy integration across departments
Net Zero Action Plan (Scope 1 & 2)
Target Year: 2050
Goal: Achieve Net Zero Carbon Emissions for Scope 1 & 2 by 2050
Target Year: 2050
Goal: Achieve Net Zero Carbon Emissions for Scope 1 & 2 by 2050
- Baseline Year: 2024
CARBON REDUCTION TIMELINE (VISUAL SUMMARY)
- 2024 – GHG baseline data collected
- 2026 – Launch of solar infrastructure project
- 2035 – Reach 50% reduction through green energy and transport
- 2050 – Net Zero Carbon Status achieved (Scope 1 & 2)
1. Introduction
Central Asian University (Tashkent) is committed to environmental responsibility and transparency. This carbon emissions report has been prepared in line with the Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Protocol Corporate Standard, the most widely used international accounting tool for greenhouse gas emissions reporting.
The report covers Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions where data is available.
2. Reporting Boundary
This report applies to all CAU-owned or controlled facilities and operations located in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The operational control approach is used to define the boundary of emissions reporting.
3. Emission Sources by Scope
Scope 1 – Direct Emissions
Greenhouse gas emissions from sources directly owned or controlled by the university:
Central Asian University (Tashkent) is committed to environmental responsibility and transparency. This carbon emissions report has been prepared in line with the Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Protocol Corporate Standard, the most widely used international accounting tool for greenhouse gas emissions reporting.
The report covers Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions where data is available.
2. Reporting Boundary
This report applies to all CAU-owned or controlled facilities and operations located in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The operational control approach is used to define the boundary of emissions reporting.
3. Emission Sources by Scope
Scope 1 – Direct Emissions
Greenhouse gas emissions from sources directly owned or controlled by the university:
- Fuel combustion from university-owned vehicles (gasoline/diesel)
- Gas boilers and backup generators used on campus
- Subtotal Scope 1: ≈ 310.9 tCO₂e
- Scope 2 – Indirect Emissions (Energy Purchased)
- Emissions from the generation of purchased electricity used by CAU facilities.
Subtotal Scope 2: ≈ 612 tCO₂e
Scope 3 – Other Indirect Emission
Optional category including emissions from:
Scope 3 – Other Indirect Emission
Optional category including emissions from:
- Employee and student commuting
- Waste disposal
- Business travel
- Purchased goods and services
