WKU as a Living Lab

Wenzhou-Kean University has always been committed to the planning and construction of a green campus, creating an international education community that is inclusive, innovative, intelligent, and ecological. 

Changing Behavior for the Better and to Improve Life

Sustainable Impact is a way of thinking and acting in our everyday lives.

United in Action for a Sustainable Future

In line with the 14th Five-Year Plan of China to promote “carbon peaking and carbon neutrality” sustainable development on campus, we are working collaboratively with our students, staff, and faculty to build a sustainable campus.

Our commitment to sustainability is stronger than ever.

WKU Sustainability Action Plan (SAP) outlines our commitments and progress to achieving ambitious sustainable goals.

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Campus Initiatives
Built Environment
Civic Engagement
Climate & Energy
Food & Farm
Natural Environment
Recycling & Waste
Transportation
Wellness
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21% Energy Saving & Climate Change Reduction
18% Waste Reduction
15% Green Setting & Infrastructure
18% Transportation Carbon Emission Reduction
10% Water Savings
18% Sustainable Courses & Research
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Number of Students Involved in Sustainability Intiatives

356

Number of Faculties Involved in Sustainability Intiatives

849

Number of Staff Involved in Sustainability Intiatives

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Engage in the culture of sustainability in the classroom, on campus, and in the community. 

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Engage in fostering an economically responsible, socially compassionate, and environmentally conscious campus community.

Staff

Practice sustainable activities in your work life, team, and office.

 

Alumni

Stay connected and engage with WKU sustainability updates and opportunities.

 

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News

Shaping a Zero-Carbon Future: WKU Shares Its Experience at the Green University Committee Conference

On March 21, the “Zero-Carbon Campus · Shaping the Future Together — Green University Committee Working Conference” was held at Wenzhou-Kean University. During the meeting, Dr. Tony Zheng, Deputy Secretary of the CPC Committee and Vice Chancellor of WKU, shared its experience in integrating low-car…
  • March 2026 Wenzhou-Kean University is pleased to announce the launch of the “Cangnan Ecotourism Initiative.” This innovative community-based project aims to empower the ethnic minority community in Juxi Village, Cangnan County, Wenzhou, through sustainable tourism development.     This project is a…
  • Recently, the 2026 Asian Sustainable Campus Network (ASCN) Summit was held at Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok, Thailand. Under the dedicated guidance of Dr. Candy Lim Chiu and Dr. Han-Chiang Ho, Yutong Liu, a student from our university's College of Business and Public Management, was invited to…
  • Wenzhou-Kean University (WKU) has earned a STARS Gold Rating from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE), a landmark international recognition of sustainability excellence. With this achievement, WKU is currently the only university in China holding a valid…
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