Goals 12 – Responsible consumption & production - Oxford College of Business Sri Lanka

Responsible consumption & production

2024/25 Highlights

✔ Launched the Circular Campus Hub for zero-waste innovation and education
✔ Developed a Carbon Labelling Initiative for student-run businesses
✔ Introduced Green Dining Guidelines for campus caterers
✔ Piloted Textbook Reuse & Digital Resource Program
✔ Continued expansion of the Precious Plastic initiative with student-led production labs

Quantitative Impact

Metric Outcome
Participants in Circular Campus Hub initiatives 620 students
Student businesses adopting carbon labels 12 businesses
Reduction in packaging and food waste 27% packaging waste drop
Decline in new textbook demand through reuse/digital access 48% reduction from previous year
Plastic recycled via Precious Plastic 2.0 1.1 tonnes

 

SDG 12 Targets Addressed

  • 12.2: Achieve sustainable management and efficient use of natural resources
  • 12.3: Halve per capita global food waste
  • 12.5: Substantially reduce waste generation through prevention, reduction, recycling, and reuse
  • 12.6: Encourage companies to adopt sustainable practices and sustainability reporting
  • 12.8: Ensure relevant information and awareness for sustainable lifestyles

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