01Sustainability and International Ranking Center (SIRC)
Leads community education programs focused on renewable energy awareness, sustainable practices, and SDG-aligned public engagement.
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Community Education
Programs for local communities on clean energy use and energy efficiency awareness.
Introduction
Al-Ahliyya Amman University (AAU) places strong emphasis on community education and public engagement as part of its commitment to SDG7 – Affordable and Clean Energy. The University implements a wide range of programs that raise awareness on clean energy, sustainable living, energy-efficient behavior, and environmentally responsible practices among schools, households, community organizations, and public-sector institutions.
These programs are designed and delivered collaboratively by academic faculties, sustainability units, innovation centers, and community service departments. They include workshops, awareness campaigns, public lectures, training sessions, educational visits, and open-access digital resources. AAU’s approach ensures that knowledge on renewable energy, smart buildings, clean mobility, and efficient resource use reaches audiences beyond the campus, supporting national sustainability efforts and empowering communities with practical skills.
Centers and Departments
02Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE)
Delivers training for youth and community startups on clean technologies, green innovation, and energy-efficient business solutions.
03Faculty of Architecture and Design
Provides design-focused community awareness programs on green architecture, daylighting, passive cooling, and energy-smart buildings.
04Hourani e-Learning Center
Offers open-access digital learning materials, online courses, and publicly accessible educational resources on sustainability and clean-energy topics.
Activities
01National Workshop Participation – “Women on the Green Path”
AAU participated in a national workshop promoting community awareness on sustainable design, environmental responsibility, and energy-efficient practices for local stakeholders.
02MoU with KIA Jordan – Clean Mobility Education
The partnership includes community-oriented programs on clean transportation, electric vehicles, and sustainable energy practices, benefiting schools and local groups.
03Smart-Building and Energy Awareness Initiatives
AAU shares best practices with the community by showcasing its smart-building systems, automated lighting, efficient HVAC models, and eco-friendly design approaches.
04Green Architecture Outreach Activities
Faculty-led outreach activities introduce school students and visitors to energy-efficient building concepts, natural lighting, sustainable materials, and green design strategies.
05Digital Library Open Access – Renewable Energy Education
AAU provides free online educational resources on sustainability, energy efficiency, and environmental responsibility, accessible to non-students and community members.
Impact Evaluation & Development Plan
Performance Evaluation
- Community education initiatives are formally integrated into AAU’s sustainability framework through documented policies and outreach procedures.
- Programs effectively engage schools, youth groups, local organizations, and public-sector entities in clean-energy awareness.
- Educational resources and workshops strengthen public understanding of renewable energy, efficient building design, and sustainable living.
- Cross-department collaboration ensures that community programs address both technical knowledge and practical behavior change.
- Digital platforms expand access to clean-energy learning materials beyond campus boundaries.
- All initiatives align with national sustainability strategies and AAU’s commitment to environmental leadership.
Development Actions
- Action 1: Develop a digital Community Energy Learning Portal to host open-access courses and interactive educational content. Action 2: Publish an annual Community Education & Outreach Report summarizing activities, beneficiaries, and outcomes. Action 3: Expand partnerships with schools, municipalities، youth centers, and NGOs to deliver clean-energy workshops and hands-on training. Action 4: Provide specialized training for community educators, volunteers, and student ambassadors on effective energy-awareness communication. Action 5: Introduce evaluation indicators to measure changes in community awareness, behavioral impact, and adoption of clean-energy practices.
Benchmarking & Best Practice
- Adopted Global Best Practices
- Modeled on UNESCO and UNEP frameworks for community-based environmental education.
- Incorporates global principles of inclusive sustainability outreach and lifelong learning for clean energy.
- Programs support national clean-energy strategies and climate-education initiatives.
- Community workshops are tailored to local environmental challenges, cultural needs, and social priorities.
