6.3.5 Water-conscious planting
Water Sensitive Planting
Boğaziçi University implements water-sensitive plant landscapes and green space arrangements to minimize water use. Boğaziçi University Department of Construction and Technical Affairs Environmental Regulation Branch Directorate is responsible for all green areas of the university and works to protect and develop the natural plant texture and add new areas within a sustainable landscape understanding.
Boğaziçi University Campuses 2023 Green Space Report
Natural ecosystems are preserved and self-sufficient plants are preferred on the university campuses. This approach significantly reduces the need for irrigation. Especially in Kilyos Sarıtepe Campus, it is aimed to use plants that need little water and in line with the protocol agreement with TEMA Foundation, endemic plants and dune flora of the ecosystem where the campus is located are protected.
Plants that require little water, such as the Common Lemongrass, False Lemongrass, Redbud, Cypriot Acacia, play an important role in the landscaping of these areas. In line with its sustainable campus goals, Boğaziçi University has also initiated research and projects for “smart plants” that are resistant to climate change. These projects support the university's efforts to conserve water resources and improve green space management based on sustainability principles.
Related Links:
- Boğaziçi University Landscaping Department
- Boğaziçi University and TEMA Foundation Project
- Boğaziçi University Annual Report 2024
- Boğaziçi University and TEMA Foundation Nature School for Children Project
2024 Sustainability Report SDG-6 (Related Section)
Water Conscious Landscaping
In order to minimise water use, Boğaziçi University implements landscaping and green area arrangements with water saving awareness. Boğaziçi University Department of Construction and Technical Affairs Environmental Regulation Branch Directorate is responsible for all green areas of the university and works for the protection and development of natural plant texture and the addition of new areas within a sustainable landscape understanding.
Boğaziçi University Department of Construction and Technical Affairs Annual Report for 2023:
https://sgdb.bogazici.edu.tr/sites/sgdb.boun.edu.tr/files/sgdbfiles/faaliyet_raporu/2023/2023_faaliyet_raporu_yapi_isleri_ve_teknik_daire_baskanligi-.pdf
The preservation of natural ecosystems in university campuses and the preference for self-sufficient plants significantly reduce the need for irrigation. Especially in Kilyos Sarıtepe Campus, it is planned to use plants that need less water and in line with the protocol agreement signed with TEMA Foundation, it is aimed to protect the endemic plants and dune flora of the ecosystem where the campus is located.
Boğaziçi University and TEMA Foundation signed a protocol agreement:
https://haberler.bogazici.edu.tr/tr/news/kampus/2/bogazici-universitesi-ve-tema-vakfi-kilyos-sa/326
Boğaziçi University and TEMA Foundation Nature School for Children Project:
https://haberler.bogazici.edu.tr/tr/news/kampus/2/surdurulebilir-kampus-icin-bogazici-universit/396
Water Conscious Landscaping
Plants that require little water, such as thecommon needle, false needle, redbud, Cyprus acacia, play an important role in the landscaping of these areas. In line with its sustainable campus goals, Boğaziçi University has also initiated research and projects for "smart plants ” that are resistant to climate change. These projects strengthen the university's commitment to protecting water resources and developing sustainable green space management.
Climate Smart Crops:
Water Reuse Policy
Boğaziçi University is actively engaged in sustainable water management efforts to maximize water reuse. The instructions in the guidance documents “Target and Implementation Guide for Water Efficiency in Buildings” and “Instruction for Water Efficiency System Installation in Buildings” prepared by the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry for public institutions and society have been successfully implemented by Boğaziçi University for a long time. In this context, gray water recovery system and rainwater recovery systems technologies are used throughout the university and water is reused efficiently.
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Clean water and sanitation
Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.
