Development of a Thematic Approach for Sustainable Green Campuses for Higher Education Institutions (HEIs): Bangladesh Perspective

Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) all around the world have progressively incorporated sustainability into their social, economic, and environmental operations since the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were familiarized in 2015. The use of ecological and smart green construction practices in HEIs has accelerated due to the growing global emphasis on sustainable development. Nonetheless, in Bangladesh, comprehensive mapping of campus-based sustainability initiatives, such as smart green campuses, is still limited. This current study looks into the role of smart green campuses in increasing sustainability in Bangladeshi HEIs by utilizing energy-efficient technology, environmentally responsible materials, and intelligent resource-management systems. Furthermore, the study assesses how well campus sustainability initiatives match with key SDGs, specifically SDG 6 (clean water), SDG 7 (clean energy), SDG 11 (sustainable cities), SDG 12 (responsible consumption), and SDG 15 (life on land). This study utilized an exploratory research to gather insights from high-indexed journals (Scopus, Web of Science, etc.) related to sustainability in HEIs. A thematic model was developed by analyzing 50 papers to identify sustainability assessment indicators. The expected results will exhibit how smart green campuses can improve institutional sustainability performance and act as drivers for more extensive social change.