Sustainability & Institutional Policy

Echahid Cheikh Larbi Tebessi University is committed to promoting sustainability and climate responsibility across all its academic, research, and operational activities. The university recognizes its responsibility to reduce environmental impact, support sustainable development, and contribute to national and global climate action goals.

تلتزم جامعة الشهيد الشيخ العربي التبسي بتعزيز الاستدامة والمسؤولية المناخية في جميع أنشطتها الأكاديمية والبحثية والإدارية، وتدرك مسؤوليتها في تقليل التأثيرات البيئية ودعم التنمية المستدامة.

To become a nationally and regionally recognized leading Algerian university in sustainability and climate action, by fostering environmentally responsible practices, advancing innovative research, and implementing smart and sustainable campus management.

أن تصبح جامعة جزائرية رائدة ومعترفًا بها وطنيًا وإقليميًا في مجال الاستدامة والعمل المناخي، من خلال ترسيخ الممارسات البيئية المسؤولة وتعزيز البحث العلمي المبتكر.

• Energy-Efficient Technologies / تقنيات موفرة للطاقةPromoting efficient lighting, cooling, and smart energy management across all campus facilities.
• Annual Electricity Monitoring / مراقبة الاستهلاكTracking annual electricity consumption to identify improvement areas and support reduction targets.
• Renewable Energy Systems / الطاقة المتجددةEncouraging solar photovoltaic installations where technically and financially feasible.
• Water Resource Management / إدارة المياهImplementing water-saving technologies, leak detection, and awareness campaigns.
• Sustainable Procurement / المشتريات المستدامةOptimizing natural resource use through responsible procurement and sustainable infrastructure planning.

• Academic Curricula / المناهجSustainability concepts embedded in programs across the Faculty of Nature & Life Sciences and Faculty of Earth & Universe Sciences, with mandatory modules in ecology and resource conservation.
• Research Programs / البحث العلميSupport for projects on climate change, biodiversity, renewable energy, water management, and sustainable agriculture.
• Student Theses / مذكرات الطلبةStudents encouraged to undertake dissertations focused on sustainability and innovative environmental solutions.
• Scientific Events / الفعاليات العلميةRegular workshops, seminars, and conferences addressing climate change and green technologies.
• Staff Training / تدريب الموظفينMandatory annual training covering waste management, energy conservation, water efficiency, and sustainable workplace practices.

• Awareness Campaigns / حملات التوعيةOrganizing environmental campaigns on climate change, environmental protection, and sustainable lifestyles.
• Community Projects / المشاريع المجتمعيةImplementing community-based sustainability projects addressing local environmental challenges.
• Partnerships / الشراكاتEstablishing partnerships with local authorities, educational institutions, and civil society organizations.
• Volunteer Programs / برامج التطوعEncouraging student and staff volunteer programs on conservation, biodiversity, and waste reduction.
• Disability & Inclusion / الإدماجProviding comprehensive support services for students and staff with disabilities, ensuring equal access to education and facilities.

The university establishes a Sustainability Committee (لجنة الاستدامة) responsible for overseeing implementation of sustainability policies across all academic and administrative units.

• Program MonitoringTracking implementation of sustainability programs and action plans across all units.
• Annual ReviewReviewing progress on sustainability goals using defined performance indicators.
• Continuous ImprovementRecommending improvements and proposing new sustainability initiatives.
• Periodic ReportingPreparing sustainability reports documenting achievements, challenges, and future priorities.

This Sustainability and Climate Action Policy has been formally adopted by the administration of Echahid Cheikh Larbi Tebessi University. The policy shall be periodically reviewed and updated to ensure continuous improvement and alignment with national and international sustainability standards.

تم اعتماد سياسة الاستدامة والعمل المناخي هذه رسميًا من قِبَل إدارة جامعة الشهيد الشيخ العربي التبسي، وسيتم مراجعتها وتحديثها دورياً.

The University operates under the Algerian public procurement framework established by Décret présidentiel n° 15-247 (2015), which regulates public contracts and service delegations.

• Environmental & Social Integration / الاندماج البيئي والاجتماعيThis national decree integrates provisions for environmental and social considerations into public spending, encouraging local products and resource-efficient practices.
• Institutional Alignment / الانسجام المؤسسيFull compliance with national legislation ensures sustainability principles are structurally embedded within all purchasing activities.

As a public higher education institution, financial management and investment frameworks are governed by Algerian national treasury regulations and state budgetary oversight mechanisms.

• Responsible Resource Allocation / التخصيص المسؤول للمواردInstitutional expenditures are conducted within governmental frameworks prioritizing accountability, public interest, and responsible allocation of national resources.
• Centralized Public Funding ModelSustainability principles are integrated within the centralized public funding model governing all Algerian public universities.

The University fosters a culture of sustainability and civic responsibility by supporting diverse student-led scientific, cultural, and civic clubs.

• Al-Khwarizmi Club for Science & Technology / نادي الخوارزمي للعلوم والتكنولوجياSpearheads environmental awareness campaigns, volunteer conservation efforts, and educational events focusing on innovation and SDGs.
• Al-Sanhuri Club for Law & Political Science / نادي السنهوري للقانون والعلوم السياسيةPromotes legal awareness, good governance, and human rights culture within the university.

The university provides comprehensive academic pathways integrating climate science, environmental conservation, and sustainable development across multiple disciplines.

• Curriculum Integration / التكامل في المناهجAccredited programs in the Faculty of Nature and Life Sciences (Biological Sciences, Agronomy) and Faculty of Earth and Universe Sciences (Geology, Geography, Land Use Planning) include mandatory modules in ecology, sustainable land management, and natural resource conservation.
• International Standards / المعايير الدوليةDegree frameworks follow national accreditation standards aligned with the European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS).

The University enforces a strict policy of equity and inclusion, formalized within its foundational institutional rules.

• Regulatory Safeguards / الضمانات التنظيميةThe Internal Regulations (Règlement Intérieur) establish an explicit legal framework prohibiting discrimination based on gender, race, disability, religion, or social background.
• Constitutional Alignment / الانسجام الدستوريThis internal policy guarantees equitable access to education, university services, and employment, mirroring fundamental rights in the Algerian Constitution.

The institution actively cultivates an organizational culture rooted in transparency, academic freedom, integrity, and mutual respect.

• Institutionalizing Values / تأسيس القيمCore ethical expectations are clearly outlined in institutional bylaws for faculty, staff, and students alike.
• Capacity Building / بناء القدراتThe Vice-Rectorate for External Relations (VRRE) regularly conducts seminars and training sessions on administrative transparency and professional deontology.

Ethical compliance and professional conduct are strictly monitored through formal administrative and academic governing bodies.

• Oversight Bodies / هيئات الرقابةCompliance is managed under the joint purview of the Vice-Rectorate for External Relations and the University Scientific Council.
• Mandate / الصلاحياتThese structures ensure adherence to the National Charter of Ethics and Deontology in Higher Education and Scientific Research, covering academic integrity, research ethics, and institutional transparency.

The university encourages participatory governance and institutional dialogue by officially recognizing independent student representative bodies.

• UGEA — Union Générale des Étudiants Algériens / الاتحاد العام للطلاب الجزائريينActs as the primary representative body for undergraduate and postgraduate students, operating via regular democratic elections.
• Democratic Engagement / المشاركة الديمقراطيةThe UGEA empowers students to engage in university decision-making, campus advocacy, and institutional dialogue.