Energy-efficient Renovation and Building
Policy on Energy-efficient New Construction and Building Renovation
Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya | Supporting Evidence for THE Impact Rankings 2027
1. Overview
Rajamangala University of Technology Srivijaya (RUTS) has established an Environmental and Energy Management Policy to promote efficient energy use and sustainable infrastructure development under its 20-year long-term development strategy (2022–2041). The supporting evidence specifies that all new construction and building renovations must comply with the Ministry of Energy’s energy conservation standards and Green Office guidelines. This policy directly addresses the focus of SDG indicator 7.2.1.
2. Energy-efficient Building Policy
The university requires building design and renovation to take account of energy conservation standards and environmental management practices. The policy links infrastructure development to resource efficiency and reduced energy-related impacts. It provides a framework for the university units responsible for planning new construction and renovations.
3. Related Energy Management Targets
The policy sets related targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 45% by 2026, increase renewable energy use to 25% of total energy consumption by 2026, and achieve carbon neutrality as a university by 2041. These targets reflect the university’s overall direction in energy management.
4. Conclusion
The university has documented policy evidence requiring new construction and building renovations to comply with the Ministry of Energy’s energy conservation standards and Green Office guidelines. This requirement is central to SDG indicator 7.2.1.
Appendix: Photographic Evidence for SDG 7.2.1
Figure 1. University Environmental and Energy Management Policy announcement (original Thai-language document).
Figure 2. Final section of the university policy announcement, showing the announcement date and the signatory’s signature.
Source: 2. Policy and Operation.docx (supporting evidence provided by the university).