Pusan National University(PNU) aims for a carbon-neutral green campus by following the 'Guidelines for Reducing the

Use of Disposable Products in Public Institutions' to cut down on plastic use.

1. Daily Carbon-Neutral Practices

PNU has created an annual action plan aligned with its 2021 Carbon-Neutral Green Campus Declaration. 

It includes nine tasks under three main areas: promoting eco-friendly campus life, enhancing carbon-neutral education and research, and building a culture of carbon neutrality. 

A key initiative is reducing plastic use by encouraging reusable cups and improving recycling through proper waste separation.

The Carbon Neutrality Committee, made up of faculty, is researching policies to involve students in carbon neutrality efforts.

2. Cutting Disposable Product Use

In line with the guidelines, PNU promotes reusable cups over plastic bottles at meetings and events. 

It has also installed rainwater removers for wet umbrellas instead of using plastic covers.

3. Minimizing Plastic Usage

PNU’s plastic reduction policies extend to hospitals and student organizations. 

Dr. Lee Sang-don, president of Yangsan PNU Hospital, supports the 'Bye Bye Plastic Challenge' led by the Ministry of

Environment to encourage responsible consumption and reduced plastic use. 

The PNU Environmental Association promotes actions like using multi-use containers and conserving energy through the 'PNU GREEN' campaign, part of the broader 'PNU Carbon Neutral Is Okay Today' initiative.

▶ Evidence Link(1): PNU Carbon Neutrality Committee

▶ Evidence Link(2): Guidelines for Reducing the Use of Disposable Products in Public Institutions

▶ Evidence Link(3): PNU Bye Bye Plastic Challenge

▶ Evidence Link(4): PNU Environmental Association