This section showcases key initiatives that align with this SDG, including university-wide partnerships, achievements, collaborations, and notable invitations. It highlights the university’s active engagement in national and international forums, educational programs, and projects related to sustainability. These efforts demonstrate our commitment to sustainable development through impactful partnerships, thought-provoking lectures, and strategic participation in addressing global sustainability challenges.

1. Engineering Students explore sustainable solutions at Hitachi Energy Know More.
2. Alfaisal Eco Team at Shell Eco Marathon 2024 Know More.
3. Successful Completion of the First Saudi SolarThon at Alfaisal University Know More.
4. Honeywell Collaborates with Alfaisal University to Support Saudi Arabia’s Pledge to Reach Net Zero by 2060 Know More.
5. Alfaisal-Boeing Solar Car Project which aims to develop an efficient and reliable solar-powered vehicle capable of competing in competitions. Know More.

This section compiles publications and research outputs related to this SDG. It includes studies, articles, and findings from faculty and students, demonstrating the university’s research capabilities and thought leadership in sustainability. These academic contributions advance our understanding of sustainability challenges and offer innovative solutions.

1. "Building Energy Efficiency Estimations with Random Forest for Single and Multi-Zones.Authors: Ammar Alammar, Abdulrahman Alymani, Wassim Jabi.Publisher: eCAADe 2024 Cyprus Conferences.Abstract: The study primarily utilizes Random Forest (RF) as a new technique to estimate the heating and cooling loads in buildings, a critical factor in building energy efficiency." Know More.
2. "Hybrid desalination system for Baltic Sea water: A preliminary study Authors: Karol Sztekler, Wojciech Kalawa, Tomasz Bujok, Piotr Boruta, Ewelina Radomska, Łukasz Mika, Agata Mlonka-Mędrala, Wojciech Nowak, Joanna Słoma, Artur Wójcikowski, Yousef M. Alyousef, Nader H. Daher, Dominik Pawlak, Aleksander Widuch.Publisher: Elsevier Desalination " Know More.
3. "Integration of Phase Change Materials in Service Areas of Building Envelopes for Improved Thermal Performance: An Experimental Study in Saudi Arabia by Abdalla Alrashdan, Atef M. Ghaleb, Khalid Haj Ahmad and Abdel Naser Daoud.Publisher: Building Energy, Physics, Environment, and Systems.Abstract: This experimental study explores the integration of Phase Change Materials (PCMs) within building envelopes." Know More.
4. "Performance Enhancement of the Basic Solar Chimney Power Plant Integrated with an Adsorption Cooling System with Heat Recovery from the Condenser by Hassan Zohair Hassan. Publisher: Energies 2024" Know More.
5. "Intensification and Optimization of FAME Synthesis via Acid-Catalyzed Esterification Using Central Composite Design (CCD). Authors: Alaaddin M. M. Saeed, Shivika Sharma Saeikh, Zaffar Hassan, Atef M. Ghaleb and Gui-Ping Cao" Know More.
6. "Revolutionizing IC Genset Operations with IIoT and AI: A Study on Fuel Savings and Predictive Maintenance by Ali S. Allahloh, Mohammad Sarfraz, Atef M. Ghaleb, Abdullrahman A. Al-Shamma’a, Hassan M. Hussein Farh and Abdullah M. Al-Shaalan Publisher: Smart Grid Technologies and Renewable Energy Applications Know More.
7. "Solar desalination: A review of recent developments in environmental, regulatory and economic issues. Authors: Mattheus Goosen, Hacene Mahmoudi, Yousef Alyousef, Noreddine Ghaffour. Publisher: Elsevier Solar Compass. Abstract: The analysis attempted to give better insight into the larger question of why more solar desalination plants are not being established by reviewing different technologies, drivers, barriers, and markets. Know More.
8. "Identifying Energy Inefficiencies Using Self-Organizing Maps: Case of A Highly Efficient Certified Office Building by Hanaa Talei, Driss Benhaddou, Carlos Gamarra, Mohamed Benhaddou and Mohamed Essaaidi .Publisher: Applied Sciences Special Issue Advances in Energy Conservation and Rational Use of Energy ,Abstract: Living and working in comfort while a building’s energy consumption is kept under control requires monitoring a system’s consumption to optimize the energy performance. Know More.

This section highlights activities related to this SDG, such as hosted conferences, workshops, campus visits, external visits, and celebrations. It also includes awards and certificates received by faculty and students in recognition of their contributions to sustainability. These events not only bring together students, faculty, and stakeholders but also foster engagement, raise awareness, and promote collaboration around sustainability initiatives within our community and beyond.

1. Alfaisal University hosted Canoo, a company that showcased its innovative and sustainable cars. Know More.
2. Shell-Eco Marathon from Alfaisal University designed and manufactured a fuel-efficient car, which aimed to inspire the youth of Saudi Arabia. Know More.