An-Najah’s Commitment to Palestine’s Renewable Energy Future

An-Najah National University publicly pledges to advance a transition toward 100% renewable energy and actively promotes this ambition beyond its campuses. Building on its commitment to renewable energy sources, the University mobilizes communities, municipalities, public institutions, industry, schools and young people to take part in Palestine’s renewable energy transition.

This pledge complements An-Najah’s Net Zero Carbon 2028 Commitment and reflects the University’s conviction that academic institutions carry a scientific and civic responsibility to lead sustainable energy transformation across society.

public pledge-promotion activities held beyond campus in 2025

2016–2026

a decade of sustained public renewable energy advocacy

~3.4 MWp

of campus solar capacity used as open demonstration sites

4.58 GWh

of renewable energy generated each year by ANNU systems

Contents

1. How An-Najah Promotes the Pledge Beyond the University

2. Community Advocacy and Public Engagement

3. 2025 Public Pledge Campaign: Inviting Society to Endorse 100% Renewable Energy

4. Public Awareness Events and Policy Dialogues

5. Recent Highlights and Evidence of Advocacy: 2025

6. Partnerships Beyond Campus

7. Building Partnerships and Skills for Wider Renewable Energy Adoption

8. A Decade of Sustained Advocacy and Knowledge Sharing (2016–2023)

9. Community Solar Projects and Beneficiary Engagement

10. Campus Renewable Energy Systems: Open Demonstration Sites for Public Advocacy

11. Evidence, Documentation and Supporting Resources

How An-Najah Promotes the Pledge Beyond the University

An-Najah promotes its 100% renewable energy pledge to the wider public through four complementary mechanisms. Each activity referenced below is documented on this page with a link to its published report.

Mechanism	How it works	Documented examples
Petitions and public endorsements	External participants are invited to sign or endorse a public statement supporting the transition toward 100% renewable energy.	Community campaign (Feb 2025); Earth Day public pledge (Apr 2025); school renewable energy statement (May 2025); community open day (Sep 2025); public forum statement (Nov 2025); renewed public commitment (Dec 2025); Green Campus and Renewable Energy Week declaration
Meetings and roundtables	Structured meetings with municipalities, businesses, civil society and policymakers to agree practical pathways and milestones.	Municipal dialogue (Mar 2025); business dialogue (Jun 2025); community roadmap roundtable (Aug 2025); year-end review meeting (Dec 2025); policymaker roundtable; CERES partner meetings
Public discussions and forums	Open forums, lectures and dialogues where renewable energy targets, barriers and solutions are debated publicly.	Public forum (Nov 2025); “Towards a 100% Renewable Palestine” lecture series; regional dialogue (Dec 2025); LCOY Palestine 2025; Sustainable Energy Forum; financing workshop
Events, campaigns and training	Public events, demonstrations, youth programmes and free training that build public support and the skills needed for adoption.	Earth Day initiative; schools outreach; youth ambassadors (Jul 2025); clean energy open day; free TECGREMED solar PV training (2025–2026); rural solar electrification workshops

Community Advocacy and Public Engagement

An-Najah promotes public awareness and engagement through several complementary approaches:

National workshops and public dialogues: Through its Energy Research Center and the Energy, Environment, and Climate Change Research Unit, the University convenes discussions involving the Palestinian Energy and Natural Resources Authority (PENRA), energy agencies, companies and other universities. Topics include renewable energy strategies, solar regulations, financing, energy audits and opportunities to accelerate the energy transition.
National Conference on Renewable Energy 2025: A national platform through which the University engages decision-makers and practitioners on Palestine’s renewable energy pathway.
Youth and community campaigns: University students and researchers contribute to external environmental initiatives and public discussions that include renewable energy. ANNU’s participation in LCOY Palestine 2025 shows how university-supported student societies engage with national youth networks and external institutions.
Community learning and practical demonstrations: Rural solar electrification projects are accompanied by activities that help beneficiaries understand and maintain renewable technologies. In Wadi Al-Malih, the Energy Research Center held workshops explaining solar panel operation and maintenance.
Public endorsement and declarations: During the 2025 Green Campus and Renewable Energy Week, the University reiterated its public pledge toward 100% renewable energy and invited community stakeholders to co-sign a declaration.

2025 Public Pledge Campaign: Inviting Society to Endorse 100% Renewable Energy

The following activities show how An-Najah National University carried its 100% renewable energy message beyond campus throughout 2025, through community campaigns, municipal dialogue, school outreach, business engagement, youth participation and public forums. In each, the University presented its public pledge and invited external participants to support the wider energy transition.

Dates are the publication dates displayed on the linked news pages.

Community Campaign Supporting the Renewable Energy Transition

12 February 2025

An-Najah launched a community awareness campaign encouraging households, community organizations and local businesses to support a transition toward 100% renewable energy. Presentations and discussions introduced solar electricity, solar water heating and responsible energy consumption. External participants were invited to endorse a public statement supporting the long-term renewable energy transition.

Municipal Dialogue on a Shared Renewable Energy Future

11 March 2025

An-Najah organised a dialogue with representatives of local municipalities and community institutions to discuss pathways toward a future powered entirely by renewable energy. Discussions addressed solar generation in public facilities, energy efficiency, financing, maintenance and measurable implementation milestones. The University presented its public pledge and invited participating institutions to support the wider transition.

Earth Day Public Renewable Energy Pledge Initiative

22 April 2025

To mark Earth Day, An-Najah organised a public engagement initiative inviting community members to support the transition toward 100% renewable energy. Information stations and interactive discussions connected energy choices with climate change and community resilience. Participants were invited to endorse a public pledge supporting renewable energy adoption in homes, institutions and public services.

Taking the 100% Renewable Energy Message to Local Schools

14 May 2025

An-Najah implemented a school outreach initiative introducing pupils and teachers to renewable energy through interactive sessions and demonstrations. Activities explained solar electricity, solar water heating and everyday energy-saving practices. School communities were invited to support an age-appropriate renewable energy statement and share its message through school displays and family engagement.

Engaging Local Businesses in the Energy Transition

18 June 2025

An-Najah convened a business dialogue on supporting the transition toward 100% renewable energy. University specialists and business representatives discussed electricity demand, rooftop solar opportunities, operational costs and phased implementation. The University introduced its public pledge and encouraged businesses to connect their support with achievable actions and transparent progress reporting.

Youth Ambassadors Promoting Renewable Energy Beyond Campus

23 July 2025

An-Najah delivered a youth ambassador programme combining renewable energy knowledge with public communication skills. Participants practised explaining solar technologies, responding to community questions and presenting the University’s renewable energy pledge. Following the training, ambassadors conducted outreach through youth networks and local discussions, encouraging residents to explore renewable energy options and support the transition.

Community Dialogue on a Roadmap Toward 100% Renewable Energy

20 August 2025

An-Najah organised a public roundtable with civil society and community representatives to discuss collective action toward 100% renewable energy. Participants examined investment costs, access to technical information and institutional coordination. The University presented its public pledge and explored opportunities for shared awareness campaigns, community information sessions and renewable energy assessments for suitable facilities.

Community Open Day Linking Demonstrations with Public Pledge Support

24 September 2025

An-Najah hosted a clean energy open day for school groups, families and community organisations. Visitors explored solar electricity and solar water heating demonstrations and discussed household applications, building suitability and technical advice. A dedicated information area introduced the University’s public pledge and invited visitors to express their support for the wider renewable energy transition.

Public Forum on Building Support for a Renewable Energy Future

12 November 2025

An-Najah organised a public forum examining how universities, municipalities, businesses and community organisations can cooperate to promote a transition toward 100% renewable energy. Presentations and moderated discussions addressed technical expertise, financing, public communication and practical implementation. Participants were invited to contribute to a public statement supporting the transition.

Reviewing Advocacy and Inviting Renewed Public Commitment

16 December 2025

An-Najah held a year-end community meeting to review renewable energy advocacy and encourage continued public support for the transition toward 100% renewable energy. University representatives and external participants discussed outreach priorities, access to technical information and opportunities for further cooperation. Participants were invited to renew their support for the public pledge and contribute ideas for the following year’s engagement programme.

Public Awareness Events and Policy Dialogues

An-Najah’s advocacy includes public-facing discussions and dissemination that extend renewable energy knowledge beyond its own operations:

Public Lecture Series 2025: “Towards a 100% Renewable Palestine”, hosted by the Faculty of Engineering and open to the public.
Roundtable with policymakers (2025): Energy roadmap discussions co-organized with PENRA and the Ministry of Local Government.
Community news on industrial collaboration: An-Najah’s research collaboration with Al-Amour Industrial Company showcases renewable energy research in the industrial sector.

Recent Highlights and Evidence of Advocacy: 2025

Regional Community Dialogue Promoting Clean Energy

23 December 2025

Dr. Abdelhaleem Ibrahim Khader, Associate Professor of Environmental Engineering and Assistant Dean of Scientific Research, participated in a virtual regional dialogue organised by the Community Service and Development Committee of the Arab Union of Scout and Guide Pioneers. His presentation identified clean energy and improved energy efficiency as practical climate mitigation measures and emphasised awareness and community action, bringing ANNU’s expertise to an external community and volunteer network across the Arab region.

Youth Engagement at LCOY Palestine 2025

24 July 2025

An-Najah students participated in the Local Conference of Youth on Climate Change (LCOY Palestine 2025) in Ramallah, organised by the Arab Youth Green Voices Network with support from UNICEF, Enabel and the Palestinian Environment Quality Authority. Students contributed to organising, session facilitation and interactive activities covering climate-related topics, including renewable energy. Their participation was coordinated through university student societies and supervised by the Deanship of Student Affairs, demonstrating university-supported engagement in a national youth platform where renewable energy forms part of the climate dialogue.

Mediterranean Partnerships for Sustainable Energy: CERES Kick-off

Meeting: 11–12 November 2025 | Published: 24 November 2025

Dr. Imad Ibrik represented An-Najah at the CERES project kick-off meeting in Ptolemaida, Greece, hosted by the Centre for Research and Technology Hellas. The meeting brought together six partners from four countries — academic, research, industrial and administrative institutions from across the Mediterranean — for discussions, technical workshops and study visits. Partners reviewed implementation plans and explored cooperation on sustainable energy, energy resilience, green innovation, funding opportunities, knowledge exchange and enterprise support. Visits included renewable energy installations and a hydrogen hub under construction.

International Exchange on Environment and Renewable Energy

Conference: 21–24 February 2025 | Published: 9 March 2025

An-Najah participated in the 11th Conference on Environment and Renewable Energy in Vietnam, extending the University’s contribution to international scientific exchange on environmental and renewable energy challenges and carrying Palestinian perspectives on the energy transition to a global audience.

Promoting Renewable Energy Opportunities through a Regional Green Jobs Dialogue

14 May 2025

At an ALECSO regional green jobs forum, An-Najah represented Palestine and presented its vision for using artificial intelligence and digital tools to advance sustainability and employment opportunities, including opportunities in renewable energy. This engagement connects renewable energy promotion with the skills, innovation and employment pathways needed to support adoption across society.

Partnerships Beyond Campus

An-Najah’s renewable energy engagement connects academic expertise with the needs of communities, public bodies and businesses.

Government and Regulatory Cooperation

Documented events have brought PENRA and the Palestinian Electricity Regulatory Council into discussions with universities and renewable energy companies. These exchanges address national energy strategies, regulations, investment conditions and practical pathways for wider solar adoption.

Municipal Energy Transition Programmes

An-Najah collaborates with Nablus Municipality on solar street-lighting and smart-grid expansion, and on renewable energy recovery at the Western wastewater treatment plant, connecting the University’s renewable energy ambition with local infrastructure and public services.

Industry Collaboration

Through the An-Najah Consultancy and Technical Studies Office and its research units, the University shares energy expertise with industry and supports the assessment of energy-efficiency and renewable energy opportunities, including its research collaboration with Al-Amour Industrial Company.

Regional and International Platforms

An-Najah participates in partnerships that facilitate sustainable energy dialogue, technical exchange and professional development, including MED-EcoSuRe, MED-SOLAR, CERES, TECGREMED under Erasmus+, SEBA (with Spanish Cooperation), and the Renewable Energy Leadership programme developed with Arizona State University.

MED-SOLAR training participants at An-Najah (EU ENPI CBC MED project)

MED-SOLAR participants on a technical visit to a solar PV plant

Building Partnerships and Skills for Wider Renewable Energy Adoption

An-Najah supports its public ambition toward 100% renewable energy through partnerships that develop technical skills, encourage knowledge exchange and connect renewable energy expertise with graduates, enterprises and public institutions. Alongside public forums and community discussions, these activities address practical barriers to adoption, including access to training, technical expertise and opportunities for cooperation.

TECGREMED: Free Green Technical Training for Students and Graduates

Agreement signed: 25 August 2025

Hisham Hijjawi Technological College at An-Najah National University signed a training agreement under the Erasmus+ TECGREMED project to provide specialised, free training for technical students and graduates. The agreement was signed by Dr. Amer Massad, Dean of the College, and Dr. Imad Ibrik, Project Coordinator and Director of the Knowledge and Technology Transfer Office at An-Najah Innovation Park. The initiative strengthens participants’ technical competencies and readiness for local and international employment; training is delivered by college staff with prior experience gained in Spain and Italy. By including graduates, the agreement extends the University’s capacity-building commitment beyond its enrolled students.

Free Solar PV Design and Installation Training for Young Technical Graduates

Completion report published: 29 August 2026

Building on this partnership, An-Najah, through Hisham Hijjawi Technological College, completed a free specialised course on solar photovoltaic system design and installation under TECGREMED. The programme combined technical instruction with practical exercises covering renewable energy sources, solar system components, design, installation, maintenance, grounding and electrical safety. Participants also discussed implementation requirements in Palestine, licensing procedures and employment opportunities in the renewable energy sector. The course develops the practical competencies needed for wider solar adoption among young graduates beyond the University’s enrolled student population.

CERES: Connecting Renewable Energy Expertise with Enterprises and Communities

Project period: 8 August 2025 – 7 August 2028

An-Najah participates in CERES — Centers of Excellence for Resilient Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Solutions, a Mediterranean partnership addressing energy resilience, innovation and the green and digital transition of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises. The project connects research institutions, solar industry partners, entrepreneurship organisations and other stakeholders across Greece, Spain, Lebanon and Palestine, combining technical training, mentoring, knowledge exchange and the development of practical sustainable energy solutions.

Planned activities include Centres of Excellence, Living Labs, training programmes and solar-powered demonstration projects. In Palestine, the project identifies solar applications for electric vehicle charging and wastewater treatment supporting agriculture and SMEs, providing a framework for extending renewable energy expertise beyond campus.

Continuing Engagement: S-Access 2026 Conference

Published: 27 April 2026

Dr. Imad Ibrik represented An-Najah at the S-Access 2026 Conference in Mallorca, Spain, under the CERES project. He presented outcomes related to sustainable energy solutions, entrepreneurship, support for small and medium-sized enterprises and green transformation, and held meetings with international partners and experts that reinforced knowledge exchange and cooperation on energy challenges.

A Decade of Sustained Advocacy and Knowledge Sharing (2016–2023)

An-Najah’s public promotion of renewable energy is long-standing. The following activities show a consistent record of meetings, forums and workshops with government, municipalities, industry and other universities.

Sharing Best Practices for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (MED-EcoSuRe)

16 February 2023

Under MED-EcoSuRe, An-Najah conducted a workshop on good practices for renovating higher education buildings in Palestine. The workshop shared solar PV performance, energy audit results and energy management approaches, and included presentations on PENRA’s renewable energy plans and Palestinian Electricity Transmission Ltd.’s generation and transmission plans to 2030. By sharing practical experience and national planning perspectives, ANNU helped communicate pathways for renewable energy integration and lower-emission public buildings.

Presenting ANNU’s Clean Energy Transition Strategy in Tunisia

During a Tunisian–Palestinian exchange under MED-EcoSuRe, Dr. Imad Ibrik shared An-Najah’s energy renovation experience and strategy for transitioning toward clean energy with an external university audience, including presentations on installed renewable energy systems and the University’s long-term renovation strategy.

Sustainable Energy Forum on Policies, Strategies and Public Awareness

15 December 2024

An-Najah, in cooperation with its Energy Research Center and the Palestinian Solar and Sustainable Energy Society (PSSES), organised a Sustainable Energy Forum under the patronage of the Environment Quality Authority and the Energy and Natural Resources Authority. Participants discussed renewable energy investment, policy barriers, carbon reduction, energy efficiency and environmental awareness, with contributions from representatives of external energy institutions.

Sustainable Energy Forum audience of external energy stakeholders

Panel session at the Sustainable Energy Forum with PSSES

Public Discussion of Renewable Energy Financing

Published: 22 June 2023

An-Najah’s Energy Research Center organised an online workshop on financing energy efficiency and renewable energy in public buildings. Representatives of local universities, energy agencies and renewable energy companies discussed financing opportunities, barriers to adoption and ways to accelerate Palestine’s energy transition, followed by an open discussion to identify opportunities for further engagement.

Sharing the Photovoltaic Power Plants Success Story

Published: 29 April 2024

An-Najah’s Energy Research Center held an information event for representatives of other universities and companies working in renewable energy. PENRA presented the national renewable energy strategy, while the Palestinian Electricity Regulatory Council discussed solar regulations and renewable energy programmes. ANNU shared technical and financial experience from its photovoltaic installations to inform wider adoption and replication, showing how campus projects serve as a basis for external renewable energy promotion and informed public discussion.

Encouraging Solar Electrification of Small Communities

Published: 29 September 2016

An-Najah, with SEBA and the Spanish Cooperation, organised the workshop “Good Practices – Electrification of Small Communities by Using PV Systems in Palestine”. Participants included representatives of municipalities, electricity companies, government bodies and private companies, alongside academics and students. Discussions addressed rural solar systems, renewable energy legislation, project sustainability and investment opportunities. The workshop explicitly encouraged renewable energy projects and investment, an early example of the University’s advocacy beyond campus.

SEBA workshop panel: Good Practices – Electrification of Small Communities

Municipal, government, private-sector and academic participants at the SEBA workshop

Workshop participants, SEBA and An-Najah

Presentation at the solar electrification workshop

Renewable Energy Leadership with Arizona State University

An-Najah and Arizona State University developed a joint professional development programme focused on renewable energy leadership in Palestine, targeting government, finance, private sector, municipal, environmental and utility leaders. Participants explored renewable energy conditions, barriers, targets and ways to achieve future goals, and were encouraged to apply their learning toward Palestine’s renewable energy future.

Public lecture audience on renewable energy

Presentation on grid-connected rooftop PV systems for municipal buildings in the West Bank

Community Solar Projects and Beneficiary Engagement

An-Najah translates its pledge into practice by extending renewable energy to underserved communities, pairing installations with community learning.

Renewable Energy Access and Workshops in Wadi Al-Malih

Published: 19 January 2021

The Energy Research Center completed a solar electrification project serving Bedouin communities in Wadi Al-Malih. Alongside the installations, the Center held workshops for beneficiaries on solar panel operation and maintenance, connecting renewable energy access with practical community learning and supporting the continued use of the systems.

Solar Energy Adoption in Al-Aghwar

Published: 29 August 2021

An-Najah’s Energy Research Center completed a project providing solar PV systems to 15 rural households in Al-Aghwar. The report also records support to approximately 150 families in the area during the preceding five years, illustrating the practical extension of renewable energy benefits to underserved communities beyond campus.

Off-grid solar PV system for a rural farming household

Solar PV systems serving a rural community

ERC team with beneficiaries at a community solar installation

Community members and project team at a rural solar site

Household solar system in a remote community

Stand-alone PV array supplying a rural water system

Leadership in Sustainability and Green Practices

Published: 28 September 2020

An earlier University news article highlighted An-Najah’s leadership in advancing a clean and green environment for all, promoting clean and green initiatives within the University and in the community at large, and connecting institutional sustainability with wider societal benefit.

MED-EcoSuRe: Paving the Path for Net-Zero Buildings in Palestine

MED-EcoSuRe — Mediterranean University as Catalyst for Eco-Sustainable Renovation — is a European Union-funded transnational project under the ENI CBC MED programme. An-Najah’s participation links practical solar installations and building renovation with workshops, demonstrations, technical dissemination and international exchange, enabling the University to share experience that other institutions can assess and adapt. A MEDREC feature describes the project’s contribution to advancing net-zero carbon buildings in Palestine.

Inauguration of An-Najah’s first solar power station, 8 November 2020, attended by national leaders

Public presentation of ANNU’s solar projects to external stakeholders

An-Najah team with international project partners

International partners visiting An-Najah renewable energy projects

Community training and dialogue session

Aerial view of rooftop solar systems used for public demonstrations

Public Dissemination through the SDG Training Academy

An-Najah’s Sustainable Development Office maintains an accessible Events and Training Workshops webpage that brings together institutional news, training activities and sustainability discussions, making the University’s renewable energy engagement visible and accessible to the public.

Campus Renewable Energy Systems: Open Demonstration Sites for Public Advocacy

An-Najah National University is recognised as one of the leading Palestinian higher education institutions in integrating renewable energy systems and sustainable energy practices into campus operations, academic infrastructure, research and community engagement. These systems give the University’s public pledge credibility: they serve as living laboratories and demonstration sites shown to municipalities, companies, schools, policymakers and international partners during the workshops, open days and forums described above.

In response to regional electricity instability, high electricity costs and the need for resilient infrastructure, ANNU has strategically invested in operational renewable energy systems including solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, solar thermal water heating, clean biomass and biogas systems, biodiesel production from recycled cooking oils, wind power systems and Combined Heat and Power (CHP). These systems operate across academic buildings, university farms, laboratories, parking facilities, monitoring stations, research centers and campus service infrastructure.

The University continuously monitors and documents renewable energy generation through inverter monitoring systems, utility and meter records, technical reports, maintenance documentation, operational records and institutional sustainability reporting systems.

Summary of Operational Renewable Energy Systems at ANNU

Renewable Energy Source	Campus / Facility Location	Installed Capacity / Annual Output	Operational Since
Solar Water Heating System (Solar Thermal)	Sports Complex	481,800 kWh/year	2012
Rooftop Solar PV System	Faculty of Pharmacy	41 kWp	2016
Rooftop Solar PV System	Faculty of Engineering	80 kWp	2018
Ground-Mounted Solar PV Plant	Nasaria Farm	997 kWp (~1 MWp)	2020
Rooftop Solar PV Systems	Old Campus Buildings	145 kWp	2021
Solar PV Carport System	Faculty of Arts – South Garage	50 kWp	2022
Solar Tree System	New Campus	3.18 kWp	2022
Rooftop Solar PV System	Faculty of Agriculture & Veterinary Medicine	77.8 kWp	2022–2023
Rooftop Solar PV System	Hisham Hijjawi Technical College	105 kWp	2022–2023
Solar PV Water Pumping System	Nasaria Farm	50 kWp	2024
Ground-Mounted Solar PV Expansion – Phase 1	Salem Farm	500 kWp	2025
Ground-Mounted Solar PV Expansion – Phase 2	Salem Farm	500 kWp	2025
Clean Biomass & Biogas Systems	Faculty of Agriculture & University Farms	420,000 kWh/year	2019
Biodiesel Production Unit	Agriculture & Veterinary Facilities	240,000 kWh/year	2021
Wind Power Systems	Hebron & Tubas Monitoring Stations + Faculty of Shari’a	60,000 kWh/year	2018
Combined Heat and Power (CHP)	Western wastewater treatment plant, in partnership with Nablus Municipality	400,000 kWh/year	2025

Total Operational Renewable Energy Production

Renewable Energy Source	Annual Energy Production (kWh/year)
Solar PV & Solar Thermal Systems	3,460,168
Clean Biomass & Biogas	420,000
Biodiesel	240,000
Wind Power	60,000
Combined Heat and Power (CHP)	400,000
Total Renewable Energy Production	4,580,168 kWh/year

1. Solar Power Systems (PV and Solar Thermal)

Solar energy is the primary renewable energy source at An-Najah National University. Multiple rooftop and ground-mounted photovoltaic systems are distributed across academic buildings, farms, parking facilities, the hospital and campus infrastructure. These systems reduce grid electricity consumption, lower operational energy costs, enhance campus energy resilience, support climate action goals and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The renewable electricity generated is used for academic and administrative buildings, laboratories, research centers, agricultural facilities, water pumping, campus lighting, electric vehicle charging and campus operational services.

Solar Water Heating System – Sports Complex: A solar thermal water heating system has operated on the Sports Complex building since 2012, preheating swimming pool water and reducing electricity demand for water heating. Annual thermal energy production: approximately 481,800 kWh/year.

Operational Solar PV Installations:

41 kWp rooftop PV system – Faculty of Pharmacy
80 kWp rooftop PV system – Faculty of Engineering
997 kWp (~1 MWp) ground-mounted PV plant – Nasaria Farm
145 kWp rooftop PV systems – Old Campus
50 kWp solar PV carport system – Faculty of Arts South Garage
3.18 kWp solar tree system – New Campus
77.8 kWp rooftop PV system – Faculty of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine
105 kWp rooftop PV system – Hisham Hijjawi Technical College
50 kWp solar-powered water pumping system – Nasaria Farm
500 kWp ground-mounted solar PV expansion project (Phase 1), operational in 2025 – Salem Farm
500 kWp ground-mounted solar PV expansion project (Phase 2), operational in 2025–2026 – Salem Farm

Total operational solar capacity: approximately 3.4 MWp. Annual solar energy production (PV and solar thermal): approximately 3,460,168 kWh/year. The systems are monitored through inverter monitoring platforms, technical performance reports, electricity production records, maintenance logs and institutional energy monitoring systems.

Solar water heating system, Faculty of Sports

Rooftop solar PV power plant, Faculty of Medicine

Rooftop solar PV power plant, Faculty of Engineering

PV system, Faculty of Agriculture – Nassaria Farm

Hybrid photovoltaic system, An-Najah Hospital

Rooftop solar PV power plant, Nassariah Farm

PV system – Salem Farm (Phases 1 & 2)

Rooftop solar PV power plant, Faculty of Literature

Solar Power Tree

Solar tree in the campus gardens

Solar photovoltaic carport system

MED-EcoSuRe demonstration plaque

Solar carport system inverter installation

Solar carport with electric vehicle charging

Solar-powered EV charging station

Ground-mounted solar PV array

80 kWp rooftop solar PV system, Faculty of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine

50 kWp solar PV system for water pumping, University Farm

Rooftop PV modules on campus

Rooftop solar PV power plant

Aerial view of the ground-mounted solar PV plant

Ground-mounted solar PV plant

2. Clean Biomass and Biogas Systems

An-Najah implements clean biomass and biogas initiatives as part of its circular economy and sustainable agriculture strategy. The Faculty of Agriculture and university farms use agricultural residues, pruning waste, organic cafeteria waste and animal manure for renewable energy production and sustainable waste management. Biomass materials are used for greenhouse heating, agricultural research and experimental farm operations, while biogas digesters convert animal manure, biodegradable residues and organic waste into renewable biogas and organic fertilizer. Annual biomass and biogas energy production: approximately 420,000 kWh/year, contributing to waste reduction, sustainable agriculture, renewable energy production and campus environmental sustainability.

Integrated biogas / biomass renewable energy system, Faculty of Agriculture

Biogas digester system

Collection of agricultural and organic residues

Biomass processing

Organic waste handling for biogas production

Integrated biogas / biomass renewable energy system at An-Najah National University

3. Biodiesel Production from Recycled Cooking Oils

The University operates a biodiesel recycling initiative that converts used cooking oils collected from university cafeterias into renewable biodiesel fuel, used in agricultural heating, animal production facilities and sustainability research and demonstration activities. The initiative supports circular economy practices, waste reduction, renewable fuel production and environmental awareness. Annual biodiesel energy contribution: approximately 240,000 kWh/year.

Biodiesel – cafeterias cooking oil recycling

Biodiesel processing

Biodiesel laboratory processing

Biodiesel production unit

Waste cooking oil and produced biodiesel

Biodiesel samples

Biodiesel production process overview

4. Wind Power Systems

An-Najah operates small-scale hybrid wind energy systems that support critical research and environmental monitoring infrastructure. At the Faculty of Shari’a building, small vertical-axis wind turbines partially supply renewable electricity for lighting and selected equipment. At the Hebron and Tubas monitoring stations, hybrid wind–solar systems power remote environmental and seismic monitoring stations, ensuring uninterrupted operation during grid outages. Annual wind energy production: approximately 60,000 kWh/year.

Wind power – Hebron station

Wind power – Tubas station

Wind monitoring mast

Wind power station

Wind turbine installation

Hybrid monitoring equipment

5. Combined Heat and Power (CHP)

The University additionally uses a biogas-based Combined Heat and Power (CHP) system associated with wastewater treatment and renewable energy recovery infrastructure at the Western wastewater treatment plant, in partnership with Nablus Municipality. The system uses biogas recovered through anaerobic digestion and converts it, through high-efficiency cogeneration, into renewable electricity and useful thermal energy. Annual CHP production: approximately 400,000 kWh/year.

Combined Heat and Power (CHP) system

Renewable energy recovery infrastructure, wastewater treatment plant

Advanced Monitoring, Reporting and Performance Analysis

Renewable energy performance is tracked through advanced monitoring, reporting and performance-analysis systems, including inverter monitoring platforms and generation dashboards, providing transparent data that the University shares in its outreach and reporting.

On-site performance measurement

Solar generation monitoring dashboard

Renewable energy performance analysis reports

Future Renewable Energy Expansion

As part of its long-term sustainability and climate resilience strategy, An-Najah continues expanding renewable energy infrastructure. An additional 1 MWp ground-mounted solar PV system is under implementation, with a planned operational date of 2027, further increasing the University’s renewable electricity generation and strengthening its transition toward low-carbon, energy-resilient campus operations.

Institutional Sustainability and Climate Impact

The University’s renewable energy systems reduce greenhouse gas emissions, lower dependence on conventional electricity, improve energy security, enhance climate resilience, reduce operational costs and improve efficiency through CHP and energy recovery. They also function as living laboratories, research infrastructure, educational demonstration units and community engagement platforms for renewable energy technologies in Palestine. Renewable energy deployment is fully integrated into the University’s sustainability strategy, climate action initiatives, operational planning, research programmes and long-term transition toward low-carbon campus operations.

Evidence, Documentation and Supporting Resources

The University maintains comprehensive supporting documentation, including system specifications, inverter monitoring records, technical and operational reports, electricity generation records, utility and meter records, maintenance documentation, project implementation reports, photographs and institutional sustainability webpages.

A. Core Sustainability and Renewable Energy Pages

Institutional pages presenting the University’s renewable energy strategy, climate action framework and commitment to sustainable operations.

B. Renewable Energy Research Centers and Technical Infrastructure

Pages supporting the University’s renewable energy research, implementation, technical expertise and monitoring.

C. Solar Energy Projects, Installations and Media

Official university pages and media materials documenting solar photovoltaic systems and renewable energy infrastructure.

D. MED-EcoSuRe and International Renewable Energy Projects

International cooperation projects demonstrating ANNU’s engagement in renewable energy deployment, energy transition and energy efficiency.

E. Sustainability Governance, Monitoring and Institutional Engagement

Pages supporting institutional sustainability governance, monitoring systems and participation in sustainability and climate initiatives.

F. Technical Tenders and Procurement Documentation

Tender records providing additional operational evidence of renewable energy implementation.

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