Saudi Arabia has participated in the global Sustainable Development Goals framework since its adoption and has repeatedly connected national development planning with the SDGs. Public institutions coordinate indicators, programmes and sector responsibilities, while national strategies address environmental protection, disaster management, biodiversity and sustainable development.

Within higher education, KAU links its own strategy and governance with this national framework. The university established a Strategic Center for Kingdom's Vision Realization to support planning, data, awareness, capability building and alignment with Vision 2030.

Key directions

• Support the implementation of Vision 2030 programmes within the university.
• Build staff capability in strategic planning and national transformation.
• Collect and analyze data that supports university decision-making.
• Promote awareness of Vision 2030 and sustainable development across the university community.

The Sustainable Development Goals and Saudi Vision 2030 both provide long-term frameworks for social, economic and environmental development. Vision 2030 uses realization programmes, objectives and performance measures to coordinate implementation across government and partner sectors.

Areas of alignment include quality of life, human-capability development, economic diversification, environmental protection, infrastructure, public-sector effectiveness and partnerships. KAU positions its own strategy within this shared direction and uses the SDGs as a practical framework for research, education and institutional performance.

Vision Realization Programmes highlighted by the source site

Saudi Arabia addresses poverty through social protection, housing support, charitable programmes, labour-market initiatives and development assistance. King Abdulaziz University contributes through education, student support, research and community partnerships.

Within the university, support is directed toward students who need financial assistance, affordable services and access to education. Beyond campus, KAU works with public bodies, charities and other partners on initiatives connected with poverty reduction and community support.

Research output related to poverty and social development is used as one indicator of KAU’s academic contribution to SDG 1. The university reports at least 12 scholarly publications in this area.

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KAU reports extensive financial support for students, including support aimed at learners from lower-income backgrounds and countries.

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University-level initiatives include financial assistance, student services, educational access and cooperation with governmental and non-governmental organizations.

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KAU’s community-service activities include programmes intended to improve access to basic services, education and social support for people beyond the campus.

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KAU’s community-service activities include programmes intended to improve access to basic services, education and social support for people beyond the campus.

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SDG 2 links food security with nutrition, sustainable agriculture, resilient food systems and reduced food waste. KAU supports this goal through research, teaching, campus food services and cooperation with farmers and public organizations.

The university’s approach includes nutrition support for students, food-waste monitoring, agriculture and aquaculture education, and community engagement that helps spread practical knowledge about sustainable food production.

KAU reports a substantial body of research related to Zero Hunger, including 110 scholarly publications and a strong share appearing in highly ranked journals.

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Campus food-waste measurement is used to understand waste generation and identify ways to reduce unnecessary food loss.

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KAU provides affordable food options and additional support for eligible students, including subsidized or free meals in qualifying cases.

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Agriculture and aquaculture programmes integrate food-sustainability topics; KAU reports a high proportion of relevant graduates receiving such education.

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The university cooperates with government and community organizations to provide training, knowledge and access to resources related to food production and hunger reduction.

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King Abdulaziz University supports good health and well-being through healthcare services, health education, medical research, awareness activities and facilities that serve both the university community and the wider public.

Its healthcare ecosystem includes the University Hospital, University Dental Hospital, the University Medical Services Center, medical and health research centers, and several health-focused colleges.

This area tracks research on diseases, public health and conditions that influence health outcomes, including international research collaboration.

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KAU reports that around one-third of its graduates are in health and well-being professions.

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Health-impact measures include medical services, preventive programmes, mental-health support, safe-campus practices, sport and community health engagement.

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KAU’s work on Quality Education combines academic quality assurance, accreditation, educational research, lifelong learning and broad access to educational resources. The university also uses digital platforms and internal quality systems to monitor programmes and improve learning outcomes.

Community education is a major part of the approach: public lectures, professional training, outreach activities and open educational resources are used to extend learning beyond enrolled students.

Research in education and pedagogy is monitored as part of KAU’s contribution to SDG 4, with dedicated academic publishing and research activity.

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The university reports the share of graduates whose qualifications are relevant to primary-school teaching.

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KAU provides public access to educational resources, community events, executive education, vocational training and outreach activities.

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KAU monitors the proportion of first-degree students who are first-generation university students.

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KAU provides public access to educational resources, community events, executive education, vocational training and outreach activities.

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KAU provides public access to educational resources, community events, executive education, vocational training and outreach activities.

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KAU provides public access to educational resources, community events, executive education, vocational training and outreach activities.

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KAU provides public access to educational resources, community events, executive education, vocational training and outreach activities.

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KAU provides public access to educational resources, community events, executive education, vocational training and outreach activities.

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KAU presents gender equality as an institutional and national priority connected with educational access, women’s academic participation, leadership, career development, mentoring, childcare support and anti-discrimination policies.

The university highlights women’s participation across academic programmes and leadership roles, and connects its work with Saudi Vision 2030 initiatives focused on women’s empowerment and labour-market participation.

KAU monitors research on gender and the participation of women as authors in relevant scholarship.

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The university tracks first-generation female students as an indicator of access and opportunity.

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Measures include monitoring applications and study completion, expanding access to subjects, support schemes and outreach that encourages women to apply.

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KAU reports women holding a substantial proportion of senior academic and leadership positions.

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The university reports a high proportion of first-degree graduates who are women.

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Progress measures cover non-discrimination, maternity and paternity policies, childcare, mentoring, graduation tracking and protection for discrimination reporting.

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Detailed subpages

Measures include monitoring applications and study completion, expanding access to subjects, support schemes and outreach that encourages women to apply.

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Measures include monitoring applications and study completion, expanding access to subjects, support schemes and outreach that encourages women to apply.

This subpage represents a deeper item that appears in the public KAU Sustainability site. Its content has been condensed into an original summary while preserving the same subject, hierarchy and position within the SDG structure.

Measures include monitoring applications and study completion, expanding access to subjects, support schemes and outreach that encourages women to apply.

This subpage represents a deeper item that appears in the public KAU Sustainability site. Its content has been condensed into an original summary while preserving the same subject, hierarchy and position within the SDG structure.

Measures include monitoring applications and study completion, expanding access to subjects, support schemes and outreach that encourages women to apply.

This subpage represents a deeper item that appears in the public KAU Sustainability site. Its content has been condensed into an original summary while preserving the same subject, hierarchy and position within the SDG structure.

Progress measures cover non-discrimination, maternity and paternity policies, childcare, mentoring, graduation tracking and protection for discrimination reporting.

This subpage represents a deeper item that appears in the public KAU Sustainability site. Its content has been condensed into an original summary while preserving the same subject, hierarchy and position within the SDG structure.

Progress measures cover non-discrimination, maternity and paternity policies, childcare, mentoring, graduation tracking and protection for discrimination reporting.

This subpage represents a deeper item that appears in the public KAU Sustainability site. Its content has been condensed into an original summary while preserving the same subject, hierarchy and position within the SDG structure.

Progress measures cover non-discrimination, maternity and paternity policies, childcare, mentoring, graduation tracking and protection for discrimination reporting.

This subpage represents a deeper item that appears in the public KAU Sustainability site. Its content has been condensed into an original summary while preserving the same subject, hierarchy and position within the SDG structure.

Progress measures cover non-discrimination, maternity and paternity policies, childcare, mentoring, graduation tracking and protection for discrimination reporting.

This subpage represents a deeper item that appears in the public KAU Sustainability site. Its content has been condensed into an original summary while preserving the same subject, hierarchy and position within the SDG structure.

Progress measures cover non-discrimination, maternity and paternity policies, childcare, mentoring, graduation tracking and protection for discrimination reporting.

This subpage represents a deeper item that appears in the public KAU Sustainability site. Its content has been condensed into an original summary while preserving the same subject, hierarchy and position within the SDG structure.

Progress measures cover non-discrimination, maternity and paternity policies, childcare, mentoring, graduation tracking and protection for discrimination reporting.

This subpage represents a deeper item that appears in the public KAU Sustainability site. Its content has been condensed into an original summary while preserving the same subject, hierarchy and position within the SDG structure.

Progress measures cover non-discrimination, maternity and paternity policies, childcare, mentoring, graduation tracking and protection for discrimination reporting.

This subpage represents a deeper item that appears in the public KAU Sustainability site. Its content has been condensed into an original summary while preserving the same subject, hierarchy and position within the SDG structure.

Progress measures cover non-discrimination, maternity and paternity policies, childcare, mentoring, graduation tracking and protection for discrimination reporting.

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KAU addresses clean water and sanitation through research, water-management education, conservation measures, wastewater treatment and reuse, and partnerships with national water and environmental organizations.

Specialized units include the Water Research Center, environmental and marine science faculties, and centers working on desalination and environmental studies.

KAU reports strong research activity in clean water and sanitation, including work on water resources, wastewater, desalination and environmental protection.

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The university measures campus water use and tracks efficiency and consumption on a per-person basis.

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Measures include free drinking water, wastewater treatment, water-quality protection and procedures that keep polluted water out of clean systems.

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KAU applies water-saving and reuse practices, including recycled water for uses such as landscape irrigation.

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Community work includes water-management education, awareness activities and collaboration with organizations concerned with sustainable water use.

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Measures include free drinking water, wastewater treatment, water-quality protection and procedures that keep polluted water out of clean systems.

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Community work includes water-management education, awareness activities and collaboration with organizations concerned with sustainable water use.

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Community work includes water-management education, awareness activities and collaboration with organizations concerned with sustainable water use.

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SDG 7 at KAU focuses on renewable energy, energy efficiency, cleaner technologies, energy-management policies and community engagement. Research and campus operations are both used to support the transition toward more sustainable energy use.

The university reports work on efficient buildings, carbon reduction, energy-consumption planning, energy-waste identification and outreach that promotes renewable energy awareness.

KAU reports a strong share of clean-energy publications in highly ranked journals and uses research output as a key indicator of contribution.

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This group covers energy-efficient renovation, building upgrades, carbon reduction, lower consumption, energy-waste identification and investment policy.

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Energy used per building floor area is monitored as part of efforts to improve campus efficiency and encourage energy saving.

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KAU organizes outreach programmes that increase community awareness of renewable energy and environmental impact.

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This group covers energy-efficient renovation, building upgrades, carbon reduction, lower consumption, energy-waste identification and investment policy.

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This group covers energy-efficient renovation, building upgrades, carbon reduction, lower consumption, energy-waste identification and investment policy.

This subpage represents a deeper item that appears in the public KAU Sustainability site. Its content has been condensed into an original summary while preserving the same subject, hierarchy and position within the SDG structure.

This group covers energy-efficient renovation, building upgrades, carbon reduction, lower consumption, energy-waste identification and investment policy.

This subpage represents a deeper item that appears in the public KAU Sustainability site. Its content has been condensed into an original summary while preserving the same subject, hierarchy and position within the SDG structure.

This group covers energy-efficient renovation, building upgrades, carbon reduction, lower consumption, energy-waste identification and investment policy.

This subpage represents a deeper item that appears in the public KAU Sustainability site. Its content has been condensed into an original summary while preserving the same subject, hierarchy and position within the SDG structure.

This group covers energy-efficient renovation, building upgrades, carbon reduction, lower consumption, energy-waste identification and investment policy.

This subpage represents a deeper item that appears in the public KAU Sustainability site. Its content has been condensed into an original summary while preserving the same subject, hierarchy and position within the SDG structure.

This group covers energy-efficient renovation, building upgrades, carbon reduction, lower consumption, energy-waste identification and investment policy.

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KAU links decent work and economic growth with fair employment, secure working conditions, student preparation for the labour market, innovation and the economic impact of higher education.

The university follows national labour rules while maintaining internal policies for employment, training, incentives, student affairs and professional conduct. It also supports placements and skill development so graduates can transition into work more effectively.

Research activity examines economic growth, work, employment and related social and policy questions.

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Employment practices include pay, contracts, rights, safety, anti-discrimination measures, labour standards and workforce development.

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This area considers how university funding and spending support education, jobs, research and broader economic activity.

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KAU supports student placements and vocational training; university reporting indicates a significant share of students complete placements before graduation.

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The university tracks employment security and reports a very high proportion of employees on contracts lasting more than 24 months.

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Employment practices include pay, contracts, rights, safety, anti-discrimination measures, labour standards and workforce development.

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KAU supports SDG 9 through research, patents, entrepreneurship, spin-offs, technology transfer and collaboration with industry. Its innovation ecosystem includes student competitions, research centers and partnerships that move ideas from laboratories toward practical applications.

The university also emphasizes sustainable infrastructure, efficient retrofits and reliable digital systems as part of the broader innovation environment.

Research output is used to evaluate KAU’s contribution to innovation, infrastructure and industry-related knowledge.

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KAU reports granted patents and new patent filings in areas such as health technology, energy, artificial intelligence and water treatment.

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The university reports a large number of spin-off companies arising from its research and innovation activities.

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This measure reflects research income from industry and the university’s ability to convert expertise into external partnerships and funded work.

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KAU approaches reduced inequalities through inclusive education, disability support, financial assistance, international scholarships, anti-discrimination policies and services for under-represented groups.

The university highlights specialized support for people with disabilities, accessible facilities, mentoring and participation measures intended to give students and staff fair opportunities to learn, work and contribute.

Research activity on inequality and inclusion is tracked as part of the university’s SDG 10 contribution.

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KAU monitors first-generation university students as a measure of social mobility and access.

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The university reports the proportion of international students from developing countries who receive financial support.

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KAU reports a substantial number of students with disabilities and provides services intended to support independent university life.

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The university reports employment of people with disabilities and measures their representation among staff.

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Measures include non-discrimination policies, tracking applications, recruitment support, governance, mentoring, accessibility, support services and accommodation strategies.

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Measures include non-discrimination policies, tracking applications, recruitment support, governance, mentoring, accessibility, support services and accommodation strategies.

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Measures include non-discrimination policies, tracking applications, recruitment support, governance, mentoring, accessibility, support services and accommodation strategies.

This subpage represents a deeper item that appears in the public KAU Sustainability site. Its content has been condensed into an original summary while preserving the same subject, hierarchy and position within the SDG structure.

Measures include non-discrimination policies, tracking applications, recruitment support, governance, mentoring, accessibility, support services and accommodation strategies.

This subpage represents a deeper item that appears in the public KAU Sustainability site. Its content has been condensed into an original summary while preserving the same subject, hierarchy and position within the SDG structure.

Measures include non-discrimination policies, tracking applications, recruitment support, governance, mentoring, accessibility, support services and accommodation strategies.

This subpage represents a deeper item that appears in the public KAU Sustainability site. Its content has been condensed into an original summary while preserving the same subject, hierarchy and position within the SDG structure.

Measures include non-discrimination policies, tracking applications, recruitment support, governance, mentoring, accessibility, support services and accommodation strategies.

This subpage represents a deeper item that appears in the public KAU Sustainability site. Its content has been condensed into an original summary while preserving the same subject, hierarchy and position within the SDG structure.

Measures include non-discrimination policies, tracking applications, recruitment support, governance, mentoring, accessibility, support services and accommodation strategies.

This subpage represents a deeper item that appears in the public KAU Sustainability site. Its content has been condensed into an original summary while preserving the same subject, hierarchy and position within the SDG structure.

Measures include non-discrimination policies, tracking applications, recruitment support, governance, mentoring, accessibility, support services and accommodation strategies.

This subpage represents a deeper item that appears in the public KAU Sustainability site. Its content has been condensed into an original summary while preserving the same subject, hierarchy and position within the SDG structure.

Measures include non-discrimination policies, tracking applications, recruitment support, governance, mentoring, accessibility, support services and accommodation strategies.

This subpage represents a deeper item that appears in the public KAU Sustainability site. Its content has been condensed into an original summary while preserving the same subject, hierarchy and position within the SDG structure.

Measures include non-discrimination policies, tracking applications, recruitment support, governance, mentoring, accessibility, support services and accommodation strategies.

This subpage represents a deeper item that appears in the public KAU Sustainability site. Its content has been condensed into an original summary while preserving the same subject, hierarchy and position within the SDG structure.

Measures include non-discrimination policies, tracking applications, recruitment support, governance, mentoring, accessibility, support services and accommodation strategies.

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KAU supports sustainable cities and communities through campus planning, housing, green spaces, heritage and arts, sustainable transport, pollution control and community access to university facilities.

The university treats the campus as a living environment where sustainability practices can be tested and demonstrated while also contributing research and expertise to the wider urban community.

KAU reports a large body of research related to sustainable cities and communities, including a strong share in highly ranked journals.

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Support includes events, public access to cultural facilities, libraries, museums, theaters and green areas.

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The university reports a significant portion of relevant expenditure directed toward arts and heritage.

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Practices include housing, shared transportation, remote-working systems, campus access and other measures that improve sustainability.

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KAU addresses responsible consumption and production through waste management, recycling, safer disposal, reuse of resources, circular-economy thinking and research on sustainable production.

Campus operations are used to measure waste, reduce avoidable consumption and improve disposal practices, while sustainability reporting communicates progress and priorities.

KAU reports substantial research activity on responsible consumption and production, with many publications in highly ranked journals.

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Operational measures include policies for waste disposal, resource reuse and recycling across the campus.

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KAU tracks waste quantities, recycling and landfill disposal to understand performance and identify improvement opportunities.

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The university publishes sustainability reporting that brings together progress across the SDGs and related operational measures.

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KAU’s climate-action work combines research, teaching, low-carbon energy, awareness, environmental initiatives and institutional planning aligned with Saudi Vision 2030. Specialized centers cover environmental studies, water, desalination, climate change and renewable energy.

The university also reports campus renewable-energy projects, student innovation, awards and collaborative research intended to reduce emissions and improve climate resilience.

KAU reports 146 scholarly publications related to climate change, with a substantial share in top-tier journals.

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The university reports a meaningful share of energy consumption coming from lower-carbon sources.

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Environmental education includes local programmes, collaboration with public bodies and NGOs, and disaster-related awareness and preparedness measures.

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KAU states a commitment to reach net zero across greenhouse-gas protocol scopes by 2060, reflected in strategy and targets.

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KAU’s SDG 14 work combines marine education, scientific research, coastal fieldwork, pollution reduction, water management and environmental partnerships.

Activities include coral-reef and turtle protection, mangrove planting, coastal clean-ups, sustainable aquaculture, marine-ecosystem research and public awareness about pollution and overfishing.

Research publications measure KAU’s contribution to marine science, aquatic ecosystems and related environmental challenges.

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The university offers marine and environmental programmes, field learning and community education connected with aquatic ecosystems.

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Action includes conservation projects, field research, habitat restoration and participation in coastal environmental initiatives.

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Policies and programmes aim to reduce pollutants and waste that can reach aquatic and marine environments.

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KAU supports local ecosystem protection through biodiversity monitoring, habitat conservation and restoration work.

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Policies and programmes aim to reduce pollutants and waste that can reach aquatic and marine environments.

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KAU supports life on land by expanding green areas, protecting biodiversity, integrating sustainability into planning and encouraging education and research related to terrestrial ecosystems.

Its activities connect with the Saudi Green Initiative and include planting, environmental study, land-sensitive planning and cooperation on earth sciences and resource sustainability.

This area covers research related to terrestrial ecosystems, biodiversity, land resources and environmental protection.

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KAU offers education in science, marine, environmental, earth and planning disciplines that contribute to ecosystem understanding and sustainability.

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Practical action includes campus greening, planning standards, biodiversity considerations and institutional environmental initiatives.

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Waste policies are considered in terms of their effects on soil, habitats and terrestrial ecosystems.

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KAU offers education in science, marine, environmental, earth and planning disciplines that contribute to ecosystem understanding and sustainability.

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Practical action includes campus greening, planning standards, biodiversity considerations and institutional environmental initiatives.

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KAU connects SDG 16 with transparent governance, student participation, rights and responsibilities, integrity, anti-corruption measures, academic freedom and cooperation with government institutions.

The university publishes policies and institutional documents designed to support fair processes, safe campus life and accountable decision-making.

KAU reports scholarly publications connected with peace, justice and institutional strength.

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Governance measures include representation, policy transparency, participation and institutional structures that support accountable decision-making.

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KAU collaborates with government and public organizations on policy, planning, education and national development priorities.

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The university reports the share of graduates in law and enforcement-related programmes as one indicator for SDG 16.

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KAU treats partnerships as a cross-cutting mechanism for advancing all Sustainable Development Goals. Its network includes government agencies, universities, research organizations, businesses, NGOs and international partners.

Partnership activity supports research, education, technology transfer, community service, policy development and sustainability reporting. The university also uses its research centers and community-partnership platforms to document and expand collaboration.

KAU tracks research across all 17 SDGs and highlights collaboration with institutions in lower-income countries.

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The university works with governmental and non-governmental organizations to shape policy, share expertise and improve SDG implementation.

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KAU publishes consolidated and goal-specific sustainability reports to make its activities and progress accessible.

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Sustainability concepts are integrated into education so students, staff and the wider community can understand and apply the SDGs.

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