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. Highlighted participating entities’ economic and environmental impacts, future training opportunities, and job prospects to support human resources development in the energy sector. Know More.
2. College of Business Executive Lecture Series: Golden Treasures of Arabia: Exploring the Nutritional Wonders of Saudi Dates Know More.
3. Engineering Students explore sustainable solutions at Hitachi Energy Know More.
4. 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. "Ensuring Authenticity and Sustainability in Perfume Production: A Blockchain Solution for the Fragrance Supply Chain. Publisher: IEEE 2023 10th International Conference on Wireless Networks and Mobile Communications (WINCOM). Authors: Mohammad Fayed; Amaan Zubairi; Nidal Nasser; Asmaa Ali; Meryeme Ayache." Know More.
2. "On a Closed-Loop Supply Chain with Graded Returns. Authors: Najeeb Al-Matar, Lotfi Tadj. Publisher: Statistics, Optimization & Information Computing Journal. Abstract: We use optimal control theory to determine the optimal manufacturing, remanufacturing, and disposal rates in a closed-loop supply chain. Know More.
3. "Controlling Water Quality of a Firm's Hydropower Authors: Najeeb Al-Matar, Lotfi Tadj Publisher: International Journal of Global Operations Research Know More.
4. Policies and regulations for solar photovoltaic end-of-life waste management: Insights from China and the USA. Know More.
5. The impact of introducing new regulations on the quality of CSR reporting: Evidence from the UK. Know More.
6. Board gender diversity and environmental, social, and economic value creation: Does family ownership matter? 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. Two Distinguished Alfaisal Faculty Members Secure the 2024 Arab Environmental Excellence Award for Environmental Scientific Innovation Know More.
2. Participation by Advancement Director Dr. Lana Alsaleh in a forum highlighting sustainable models and social responsibility efforts. Know More.
3. Alfaisal University hosted Canoo, a company that showcased its innovative and sustainable cars. Know More.
4. Shell-Eco Marathon from Alfaisal University designed and manufactured a fuel-efficient car, which aimed to inspire the youth of Saudi Arabia. Know More.