Clean Water Policy

At Baku State University, we recognize the critical importance of water as a fundamental resource for sustaining life and supporting our educational mission. Our commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable practices drives our Clean Water Policy. This policy outlines our approach to managing water resources, treating wastewater, preventing pollution, and promoting conservation efforts across campus and in the broader community.

For more details please see: Clean Water policy 

Policy Feedback

We value your insights and feedback on our policies. If you have any comments or questions, please feel free to send us an email at bsuktm@bsu.edu.az. We look forward to hearing from you!

Current Situation

• Baku State University has a comprehensive wastewater treatment process in place. We manage wastewater through a series of treatments that include initial screening, primary sedimentation, secondary biological treatment, and advanced tertiary processes to ensure water meets environmental standards before disposal or reuse.

• We have established robust protocols to prevent pollution. These include regular inspections and maintenance to address potential sources of contamination. In the event of accidents or incidents, immediate response procedures are activated to contain and address any pollution, safeguarding our water systems.

• We are committed to ensuring access to clean drinking water across our campus. Free drinking water is available through numerous dispensers for the convenience of students, staff, and visitors.

• Our construction and renovation projects adhere to stringent building standards that focus on minimizing water use. Relevant standards which guide our efforts to incorporate water-efficient technologies and practices in our facilities.

• Our landscaping practices emphasize water conservation. We utilize drought-tolerant plants and implement water-efficient irrigation systems to minimize water usage while maintaining a sustainable and aesthetically pleasing campus environment.

• We are dedicated to maximizing water reuse across the university. Our policy promotes the recycling of water wherever possible, supported by systems and practices designed to capture and reuse water effectively.

• To ensure the effectiveness of our water reuse efforts, we actively measure and monitor the volume of reused water across the university. This data helps us optimize our water management strategies and track progress.

• Baku State University offers educational programs to local communities focused on effective water management and conservation. These initiatives aim to raise awareness and promote best practices in water stewardship.

• We actively promote responsible water usage both on campus and within the wider community. Our campaigns and outreach programs are designed to encourage conscious water use and foster a culture of sustainability.

• Our commitment to water conservation extends beyond the university. We support and collaborate with local and regional initiatives focused on water conservation and sustainability.

• Where we engage in water extraction, we employ sustainable practices and technologies to minimize environmental impact. This includes the responsible management of water resources from aquifers, lakes, or rivers associated with university grounds.

• Baku State University actively cooperates with local, regional, national, and global entities to address water security issues. Through partnerships and collaborative efforts, we contribute to advancing sustainable water management and security.

• BSU ensures the safe and responsible disposal of waste, including hazardous materials, to protect human health and the environment.

• BSU is dedicated to maintaining high water quality standards to protect ecosystems, wildlife, and human health.

• Our university systematically measures the total volume of water used across our facilities. This includes water sourced from mains supply, desalinated water, and water extracted from rivers, lakes, or aquifers. We have implemented a comprehensive water management system that tracks these sources to ensure efficient usage and conservation.Our water measurement practices involve:

  • Monitoring Main Supply: We continuously monitor water consumption from municipal supplies through metering systems installed at key entry points to the university.

  • Desalinated Water: For any desalinated water used, we maintain records of the volume procured and its application across various departments.

  • Surface and Groundwater Extraction: We measure and record the volume of water extracted from natural sources, adhering to regulations and sustainability practices.