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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Students

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

Faculty

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

【Kean News】Kean Wins Recognition for Sustainability

Kean was recently recognized for its sustainability achievements in areas such as research, curriculum, diversity and campus engagement with a silver STARS rating from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). The STARS program is the most widely recognized f…
  •   Recently, the first cohort of Master of Architecture students at our university presented an exhibition titled Studio X, exploring contemporary societal issues from an architectural perspective. The exhibition, located in the public space on the fourth floor of the GHK Building, showcases innovati…
  • For a long time, Italy has been the most concentrated country for overseas Chinese from Wenzhou, with frequent business and trade exchanges. Now, attention to urban planning and architectural design has once again connected the two places. On November 26th, "Illuminating the Future of Wenzhou with C…
  •   Maurizio Vrenna, hailing from Turin, Italy, is an Assistant Professor at the School of Architecture and Design, Wenzhou-Kean University. He has recently been honored with the title of "Friendship Ambassador" for International Humanities Exchange in Zhejiang Province and is also one of the recipien…
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