At North-West University (NWU), our ethic of care drives everything we do. Through bold action, shared responsibility, and deep community connection, we are building a future where environmental sustainability isn’t just a goal – it’s a lived reality.
💜 Building Tomorrow – Impact That Matters!
- “Leadership That Listens, Learns, and Leads”: Meet Musa Bizani, Champion of Community and Sustainability at NWU
- Reflection on the TRACTOR Dementia and Alzheimer’s Awareness Journey
- NWU Purple Walk: walking boldly and proudly to help students in need
- TRACTOR Awareness Rally departs: a journey of memory, hope and community
- Read the third edition of our Community Engagement Newsletter!
“As we move forward on this journey, let us inspire change not only within our university but also in the broader communities we serve. Together, we can build a legacy of sustainability that will benefit generations to come.” – Leslie Barends, Director: Safety, Health & Environment (NWU)
Our campuses have made powerful strides:
- We’ve installed over 3,385 kWp of solar energy systems across campuses, drastically reducing our carbon footprint and saving millions in energy costs.
- Through our water-saving initiative, we’ve conserved over 4,461 kilolitres of water in student residences within just five months.
- We’ve recycled over 119 tons of waste – saving 467 trees and cutting greenhouse emissions by nearly 47 tons.
- Our biodiversity conservation work protects native wildlife, supports four wetland ecosystems, and upholds environmental ethics across all NWU campuses.
- From clean river drives to reusable bottle campaigns, we’re raising awareness, shifting behaviours, and empowering change-makers.
Experience the difference we made!
Listen to the Director of NWU Sustainability and Community Impact, Bibi Bouman discussing the NWU Green Initiative. Also available on YouTube
The TRACTOR Awareness Rally (Together Rallying Across Communities To Overcome Remembrance-loss) is an innovative community engagement initiative that aims to raise awareness about the emotional and social impact of Dementia and Alzheimer’s on South African families.
As part of Biodiversity Month, the NWU is proud to unveil its biodiversity information booklet, "From Soil to Sky: Get to Know Your Campus". This guide showcases the rich and diverse ecosystems thriving across our three campuses.
💜 Building Tomorrow – Impact That Matters!