Online and Distance HEIs’ Approaches to Green Campus

Aydin, Cengiz Hakan; Boskurt, Aras and Lane, Andy (2024). Online and Distance HEIs’ Approaches to Green Campus. In: Ubachs, George ed. Green Campus Initiatives in Online and Distance Higher Education. European Association of Distance Teaching Universities (EADTU), pp. 6–17.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13944882

Abstract

This chapter explores the transformative impact of distance education on promoting green campus initiatives in higher education institutions (HEIs). It stresses the pivotal role of traditional distance education institutions in offering flexible learning while pioneering sustainable, environmentally friendly, green practices. Highlighting the comprehensive functions of HEIs—management, education, research, and community involvement—the chapter examines how distance education can significantly reduce carbon emissions and energy consumption compared to traditional methods. A framework is presented to guide HEIs in initiating green campus practices, emphasising a holistic approach that spans management, learning, research, and community engagement, aimed at fostering sustainability. This framework, alongside examples of good practices, offers a roadmap for HEIs to integrate sustainability into their core operations, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable future.

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