Water-Conscious Planting
SDG 6.3.5
Drought-tolerant plants in campus
Plants consume significant amounts of water, adding to the strain on Earth's limited freshwater supply. To help conserve freshwater for human consumption, the University carefully selects drought-tolerant species such as Garcinia Plants, Vernonia Elliptica, Thunbergia Grandiflora, Antigonon Leptopus Lantana and Epipremnum Aureum.
These plants require minimal watering, reducing the need for irrigation. Additionally, the campus incorporates a rainwater harvesting system to reuse collected rainwater for non-potable purposes, further reducing freshwater usage.
Together, these measures support local water conservation and contribute to global efforts to reduce the number of people suffering from water scarcity.
Sustainable agriculture
Sunway University is also grounds for Sunway FutureX Farm that designed to promote sustainable agriculture in urban environments. It focuses on vertical farming using advanced technologies to grow crops with minimal land, water, and energy use.
The initiative supports the idea of food security by producing fresh, pesticide-free produce close to where it will be consumed, reducing the carbon footprint associated with transportation. It uses 90% less water compared to traditional farming methods.
It incorporates hydroponic systems and aims to provide educational opportunities and community engagement in sustainable farming practices. Additionally, FutureXFarms helps drive research in agrotech and sustainable agriculture.
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