SDG 3
GOOD HEALTH & WELL-BEING
The University of Negros Occidental–Recoletos (UNO-R) is committed to promoting the health, safety, and well-being of its students, faculty, staff, and surrounding communities. Through a holistic approach to wellness, environmental health, occupational safety, and sustainable campus operations, the University provides a healthy learning and working environment that supports physical, mental, and social well-being in line with United Nations Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3: Good Health and Well-Being.
STRATEGIES
UNO-R advances SDG 3 by:
- Maintaining a safe and healthy campus environment through effective environmental management.
- Promoting pollution prevention and proper waste management to reduce health risks.
- Supporting renewable energy initiatives that improve air quality and mitigate climate-related health impacts.
- Ensuring compliance with environmental and occupational health regulations.
- Encouraging stakeholder participation in health, safety, and environmental awareness programs.
PROGRAMS & IMPLEMENTATIONS
HEALTHY & SAFE CAMPUS ENVIRONMENT
Through its Pollution Control Office (PCO), UNO-R implements comprehensive environmental management programs that include:
- Proper waste segregation and disposal
- Hazardous and laboratory waste management
- Pollution prevention measures
- Environmental monitoring and regulatory compliance
- Stakeholder awareness and satisfaction assessments
These initiatives help maintain a clean, safe, and healthy campus environment while reducing risks associated with environmental pollution.
CLEAN ENERGY FOR HEALTH
UNO-R’s rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) program contributes to healthier campus operations by reducing reliance on fossil fuel-generated electricity and lowering greenhouse gas emissions. During the May 2025–May 2026 reporting period, the University’s operational 801.04 kWp solar PV system generated 644,430.98 kWh of renewable electricity, supplying 25.16% of campus electricity demand and avoiding approximately 454.28 metric tons of CO₂ equivalent emissions. These efforts contribute to cleaner air, climate change mitigation, and improved environmental conditions that support public health.
| INDICATOR | ACHIEVEMENT |
|---|---|
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Operational Solar PV Capacity |
801.04 kWp |
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Renewable Energy Generated |
644,430.98 kWh |
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Share of Campus Electricity from Solar |
25.16% |
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Greenhouse Gas Emission Avoided |
454.28 tCO₂e |
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Environmental Management Programs Implemented |
Solid Waste, Food Waste, Hazardous Waste, Laboratory Waste, & Pollution Prevention |
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Stakeholder Engagement |
Environmental awareness and satisfaction assessment programs conducted |
