Our university is conducting activities aimed at implementing the Energy Management System standard to ensure the efficient use of energy resources, reduce energy costs, and support environmental sustainability. In this context, the university aims to establish processes for regularly monitoring and analyzing energy consumption data and continuously improving energy performance.
In line with the Energy Management System approach, the university plans to evaluate energy consumption habits, develop energy efficiency projects, and implement practices to ensure more effective use of resources. Furthermore, these efforts aim to raise awareness of energy efficiency among staff and students, promote a culture of energy conservation, and contribute to institutional sustainability goals.
These initiatives will strengthen our university’s compliance with national and international energy management standards while also supporting the reduction of carbon emissions and minimizing environmental impacts.
Er Geveni: Protected by TEDU
According to the Flora of Türkiye, Ankara is a city rich in plant diversity, with more than 1,400 taxa growing within its geographical boundaries. Many endemic plant species can be observed across Ankara’s districts. However, due to increasing population pressure, the natural habitats of plants in the city center and surrounding areas are gradually shrinking. As a result, many endemic plants native to Ankara have disappeared, while others are facing the threat of extinction. These endemic plants are not only valuable assets of Ankara and Türkiye but also an important part of the global ecosystem.
The “Ankara Endemic Plants Project,” carried out in collaboration with Ankara Metropolitan Municipality and universities in Ankara, aims to protect endemic plant species identified through extensive research, introduce them to the public, and raise awareness about their conservation.
Under a protocol signed on 7 July 2020, TED University assumed responsibility for the protection of the Er Geveni plant.
Native to the Çamlıdere region, Er Geveni is an endemic plant species that can also be used in cancer treatment. It grows among sparse trees and shrubs, which are characteristic of degraded forest remnants. It also plays an important role in protecting and enriching pastures by helping prevent soil erosion.
The water purification units installed at 46 locations across our campus are ready to serve the entire TEDU community as part of our efforts to eliminate plastic bottles from campus.
As TED University, we have launched the sale of specially designed glass water bottles at Chillin and the campus cafeteria as part of our efforts to contribute to sustainability.
Through the Zero Waste Management System established at TED University, our university has qualified for the “Zero Waste Certificate” awarded by the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change.
We would like to thank all members of the TEDU community for their support and contributions to recycling.