NTU is committed to an annual reduction in water usage by 2% compared to the previous year. To achieve this, NTU actively promotes conscious water usage on campus. Specific measures are as follows,
- Student Dorm Water Conservation Promotion
On-campus, each student dormitory building conducts regular reviews of water and electricity consumption and publicly discloses usage statistics, comparing them to the same period the previous year. Additionally, in coordination with student activities, we promote habits such as turning off taps and lights when not in use. Energy-saving slogans are posted in common areas to remind residents to conserve energy.
- Water Conservation on Building Sites
To mitigate the urban heat island effect, our campus road improvement and new construction projects adhere to the principle of planning green spaces and permeable surfaces. In addition to using permeable surface materials, the bottom layer is also designed to be a substantial permeable layer with the aim of achieving the effects of a sponge city. This approach improves the ecological environment, regulates microclimates, and reduces urban heat. - Installation of Rainwater Harvesting Systems
Most of our new building projects on campus incorporate rainwater harvesting systems. Rainwater collection tanks and rainwater harvesting basins are installed in the underground raft foundation layer to collect and store rainwater, which can then be used for irrigating landscape plants.
- Replacement of Outdated Fixtures with Water-Efficient Toilets and Faucets
In renovation, maintenance, or new construction projects related to our restrooms, we require the use of water-efficient toilets and faucets that meet approved water-saving standards. We continuously include newly certified water-efficient products that meet water-saving standards in our plumbing and electrical reservation contracts, ensuring the comprehensive replacement of water fixtures with water-efficient products.
- Cultivation of Drought-resistant Plants
At NTU, efforts are made to minimize the planting of water-intensive seasonal flowers and grasses, prioritizing drought-resistant tree species to conserve irrigation water. - Replacement of Old Water Pipes
NTU regularly collaborates in conjunction with road resurfacing projects to replace aging water pipes, aiming to enhance the quality of campus water supply and reduce the likelihood of water leaks.
