Preventing water system pollution The University has established strict wastewater management procedures to prevent polluted water from entering the water system. All laboratories must recycle experimental waste liquids; direct discharge…

Free drinking water provided The University provides free drinking water through over 350 hot and cold dispensers across teaching and administrative buildings, auditoriums, activity centers, sports facilities, student dormitories, and…

Water-conscious building standards The University applies building standards and management systems to minimize water use. Our conservation target is to reduce annual water consumption by 2% compared to the previous…

Water-conscious planting The University plants primarily drought-resistant species across its campuses to minimize irrigation needs. Standard selections include succulents, rhododendrons, wild date palms, Formosan sweet gums, Livistona chinensis, autumn maples,…

Water reuse policy NYCU has a water reuse monitoring system in place across campuses. In 2024, the system will transition from the previous government-managed platform to a university-managed system, making…

Water reuse measurement NYCU has a water reuse monitoring system in place across campuses. In 2024, the system will transition from the previous government-managed platform to a university-managed system, making…

Water management educational opportunities The University offers educational opportunities on water management to local communities, both free of charge and at a fee. The Disaster Prevention and Water Environment Research…

Off-campus water conservation support The University supports practical water conservation off campus by promoting water-saving practices and collaborating with government, industry, and international partners. The Environment Technology & Smart System…

Sustainable water extraction on campus Over 90% of the water used on university campuses is sourced from national reservoirs and surface water formed by precipitation. Rainwater harvesting programs are implemented…

Cooperation on water security NYCU collaborates with local, regional, national, and international partners to promote water security. ■ The Disaster Prevention and Water Environment Research Center (DPWE) supports government agencies…