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An-Najah National University

Energy Efficiency Plan 2024–2028

An-Najah National University · Updated with 2025 performance

An-Najah National University (ANNU) has established an institution-wide Energy Efficiency Plan to systematically reduce energy consumption across its campuses and facilities. The plan combines building improvements, operational controls, energy reviews, staff engagement, and renewable-energy development. It supports ANNU’s published commitment to Net Zero by 2028  (PDF) and its Climate Action Plan 2024–2028  (PDF).

Year

Total energy consumption

2019 baseline

7,304,843.4 kWh

2024

1,572,222 kWh

2025

1,400,278 kWh

 

−80.8% total energy consumption, 2019 to 2025 · −10.9% from 2024 to 2025

The plan tracks energy consumption and renewable-energy generation separately. This allows ANNU to demonstrate progress in reducing demand while expanding clean-energy supply. Facility records, the Energy Review and Audit Framework, and available data from the Najah2Twin Smart Campus Dashboard inform implementation and review.

On this page

  • 1. Policy and Governance

  • 2. Baseline and Achievements

  • 3. Key Components of the Energy Efficiency Plan

  • 4. Future Energy Reduction Targets

  • 5. Commitment to the Palestine Green Building Guideline

  • 6. Monitoring and Reporting

  • 7. Financing, Partnerships and Related Projects

  • 8. Key Results through 2025

  • Conclusion

  • Renewable Energy Sources in Campus

  • Summary of Operational Renewable Energy Systems at ANNU

  • Energy Efficient Appliances Usage

  • Evidence and Supporting Documentation

  • Related University Policies and Plans

 

1. Policy and Governance

Responsible units

The Sustainability Office and Energy Unit coordinate energy-efficiency work with facilities, maintenance, and relevant academic and administrative departments.

Supervising body

The Climate Action and Energy Committee provides oversight under the Climate Action Plan 2024–2028  (PDF). The existing plan identifies the committee as established in 2023.

Monitoring tool

The Najah2Twin Smart Campus Dashboard supports monitoring and analysis of campus resources, including available electricity, water, and building-system data. Meter and facility records remain part of the evidence used for annual reporting.

Review cycle

ANNU assesses energy performance annually using its Energy Review and Audit Framework, the historical Carbon Footprint Reports, the updated Carbon Footprint Report 2025  (PDF), and the Climate Action Plan. Findings inform the next cycle of conservation measures.

2. Baseline and Achievements

Indicator

2019 baseline

2024

2025

Change from 2019 to 2025

Total energy consumption

7,304,843.4 kWh

1,572,222 kWh

1,400,278 kWh

−80.8%

Energy generated from renewable sources

173,442.57 kWh

3,320,168 kWh

4,580,168 kWh

Approximately +2,541%

Diesel consumption

183,250 L

85,123 L

80,000 L

−56.3%

GHG emissions, Scope 1 and 2

5,485.188 tCO₂e

254.33 tCO₂e

239.07 tCO₂e

−95.6%

Purchased electricity

7,131,400.8 kWh

0 kWh

0 kWh

−100%

 

 

2025 result. The updated Carbon Footprint Report 2025  (PDF) records total energy consumption of 1,400,278 kWh, equivalent to approximately 5,041 GJ. Consumption was 10.9% lower than in 2024 and 80.8% lower than the 2019 baseline. These figures provide direct, measured evidence of progress under the Energy Efficiency Plan.

ANNU met its reported electricity demand without purchased electricity in both 2024 and 2025. Renewable generation reached 4,580,168 kWh in 2025. The updated report also records total Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions of 381.30 tCO₂e, a 93.4% reduction from 2019. Energy reduction, renewable generation, and greenhouse gas reduction are reported as distinct outcomes.

3. Key Components of the Energy Efficiency Plan

A. Energy-Efficient Infrastructure

  • LED lighting, insulation, and HVAC: ANNU’s retrofit programme addresses inefficient lighting, building-envelope losses, and the performance of heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems. Energy reviews guide the selection and sequencing of building improvements.

  • Building Management Systems: The plan calls for wider integration of automated controls for lighting, temperature, and ventilation so that systems operate according to building use and occupancy.

  • Power-factor correction and load balancing: Electrical-system improvements form part of the plan to reduce avoidable losses and improve the management of campus loads. Implementation is assessed through technical reviews and facility records.

B. Renewable Energy Expansion

  • Solar photovoltaic systems: ANNU continues to develop its portfolio of campus and university-related PV projects. The existing plan cites an approximately 2.9 MWp portfolio, including projects at different stages. Installed and operational capacity should be distinguished from planned capacity in project records. The measured 2025 renewable-generation result is 4,580,168 kWh.

  • Solar water heating: The plan includes solar water heating for the sports complex, swimming pool, and other suitable facilities. The previously stated 481,800 kWh/year should be labelled as a system estimate unless confirmed as measured annual output.

  • Biogas and biodiesel: The plan includes the use of organic residues, animal waste, and used cooking oil as potential inputs for alternative-fuel projects. Individual units should be identified as operational, pilot, or planned according to their project records.

  • Small wind systems: Small-scale wind generation remains within the plan for suitable remote monitoring stations and lighting applications. Its installed status and annual output should be reported separately from the measured 2025 renewable-generation total.

Renewable-energy expansion reduces dependence on purchased power and supports the University’s climate goals. The efficiency result is measured by the reduction in energy consumed, rather than by generation alone.

C. Smart Monitoring and Auditing

  • Energy monitoring and annual review: Facility data, available Najah2Twin information, and the Energy Review and Audit Framework support the identification of high-use buildings, equipment losses, and changes in consumption.

  • Energy Use Index benchmarking: Where reliable floor-area and meter data are available, ANNU compares energy use in kWh/m² across buildings and over time.

  • Targeted Energy Conservation Measures: Review findings inform measures such as reducing overnight loads, adjusting HVAC schedules, improving lighting controls, and optimizing ICT equipment use. Subsequent consumption data are used to assess their effect.

D. Awareness and Capacity Building

  • “Turn It Off – Save Our Future”: The plan retains this campus awareness campaign to encourage switching off unnecessary lighting and equipment. Participation figures, including the previously stated reach of more than 6,000 students and staff, should be reported with the relevant campaign record.

  • Carbon-literacy and facilities training: Training for facilities personnel addresses energy-saving practices, efficient operation of building systems, and the relationship between energy use and emissions.

  • Teaching and learning: Energy-efficiency principles are incorporated into relevant engineering and environmental courses, connecting campus practice with academic learning.

  • Recent staff training: The University has documented practical workshops on environmental sustainability and carbon footprints, energy conservation and efficiency, and solar energy and electricity conservation. Further activities appear on the SDG Training Academy events page.

4. Future Energy Reduction Targets

Goal

Target year

Performance indicator

Maintain renewable supply for reported electricity demand

2024–2028

Purchased electricity and renewable generation reported annually

Reduce overall energy intensity by 40% against the 2019 baseline

2028

Comparable kWh/m² measurements

Complete planned LED and Building Management System integration

2026 target

Documented coverage of buildings and outdoor areas

Expand the solar PV portfolio toward 4 MWp

2026 target

Installed capacity reported separately from planned capacity; generation and surplus measured

Work toward the University’s Net Zero 2028 commitment

2028

Annual energy balance and Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions; any independent verification identified separately

 

 

The targets remain part of the 2024–2028 plan. Annual reviews should identify which measures have been completed, which are under implementation, and whether target dates require revision.

5. Commitment to the Palestine Green Building Guideline  (PDF)

ANNU uses the Palestine Green Building Guideline to inform new construction and renovation decisions. The plan addresses:

  • Maximum practical use of daylight and passive ventilation.

  • Efficient building envelopes and HVAC design.

  • Rainwater harvesting and greywater reuse.

  • Suitable local materials and construction-waste reduction and recycling.

Project-level design and completion records provide the basis for demonstrating how the guideline has been applied to individual buildings.

6. Monitoring and Reporting

  • Energy records and dashboard data: Facilities teams use meter and operational records, together with available Najah2Twin data, to monitor consumption and investigate unusual loads.

  • Periodic management review: The plan provides for quarterly examination of energy performance and corrective actions. Reporting frequency and building coverage are documented in the corresponding internal records.

  • Annual public reporting: ANNU publishes its carbon and energy reporting and the updated Carbon Footprint Report 2025  (PDF).

  • Project-based technical collaboration: The EU-funded Med-EcoSuRe project and Najah2Twin-related work support technical learning and energy-management development. These collaborations are described separately from independent verification of ANNU’s energy or emissions figures.

  • Public access: The University’s Sustainability Portal and SDO office provide access to related plans, reports, initiatives, and institutional responsibilities.

7. Financing, Partnerships and Related Projects

ANNU combines institutional investment, technical cooperation and externally funded projects to build capacity for energy efficiency and clean-energy development. The projects below serve different purposes; their participation records should not be counted as measured campus energy savings.

Med-EcoSuRe

ENI CBC Med

This established collaboration addressed energy audits, sustainable renovation of university buildings and renewable-energy demonstrations. It provides relevant experience for campus energy assessments and improvement measures.

CERES: Centers of Excellence for Resilient Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Solutions

Interreg NEXT MED, 2025–2028

ANNU is a project partner. CERES plans renewable-energy training, solar-powered pilots, living labs and a digital platform for monitoring energy systems. ANNU also describes a solar carport and EV-charging initiative at its Faculty of Engineering under CERES. Record construction, commissioning and performance separately as the campus initiative progresses.

Source: InnoPark

TECGREMED: Technical Green Engineering Skills for the Mediterranean Region

Erasmus+

This project develops green-engineering education and technical training. Hisham Hijjawi College signed a training agreement in 2025, and ANNU completed a solar PV design and installation course in 2026. The project strengthens skills that can support clean-energy implementation; its training outputs are separate from campus consumption results.

SHIFT-MED: Shaping the Future of Universities in the Mediterranean – Twin Transitions

Erasmus+

ANNU participates in this project on green-transition curricula, skills and institutional cooperation. It supports longer-term sustainability capacity, while the campus energy plan and annual report remain the direct evidence for SDG 7.2.4.

Source: eco.najah.edu

Regional capacity building in hybrid electric-vehicle engineering

Erasmus+

Listed as ongoing in ANNU’s grants register, this project develops engineering capacity relevant to efficient transport and electrification. Its relevance is to technical expertise, rather than a measured reduction in building electricity use.

Source: eu-projects.najah.edu

  • Corporate and alumni support: Continue seeking sponsorship for solar expansion and smart-building technologies, and document individual contributions when agreements are available.

  • Reinvestment: Where savings are demonstrated and allocated, document how they support further efficiency measures, research, climate innovation or community projects.

8. Key Results through 2025

  • Reported electricity consumption decreased from 7,304,843 kWh in 2019 to 1,400,278 kWh in 2025, an 80.8% reduction.

  • Electricity consumption fell 10.9% between 2024 and 2025.

  • The updated 2025 report records zero purchased grid electricity and 4,580,168 kWh of renewable-energy production.

  • Diesel consumption declined from 183,250 L in 2019 to 80,000 L in 2025.

  • Reported Scope 1 and 2 emissions were 239.07 tCO₂e in 2025. This is a combined Scope 1 and 2 figure; it should not be labelled solely as “direct emissions.”

  • Najah2Twin, building improvements, renewable-energy systems and the University’s international collaborations provide mechanisms for continued monitoring, implementation and technical development.

These results should be read with the indicator definitions and reporting boundaries in the 2025 Carbon Footprint Report  (PDF).

Conclusion

ANNU’s Energy Efficiency Plan 2024–2028 sets out an institutional process to reduce energy consumption: responsible units oversee the work, campus measures address demand, monitoring identifies further opportunities, and annual reporting records progress. The updated 2025 figures show a further fall in reported electricity consumption while the University continues to develop renewable-energy supply.

Building-efficiency work, green-building principles, Najah2Twin monitoring and the Med-EcoSuRe, CERES, TECGREMED and SHIFT-MED partnerships strengthen implementation and technical capacity, presented alongside the University’s measurable energy-use trend.

Renewable Energy Sources in Campus

 

 

 

Advanced Monitoring, Reporting, and Performance Analysis Systems for Renewable Energy Infrastructure.  (3 photos)

An-Najah National University (ANNU) is recognized as one of the leading Palestinian higher education institutions in integrating renewable energy systems and sustainable energy practices into campus operations, academic infrastructure, research activities, and community engagement initiatives. The university has implemented a diversified portfolio of renewable energy technologies across its campuses and affiliated facilities to enhance energy security, reduce dependence on conventional electricity sources, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and support Palestine’s transition toward sustainable and climate-resilient energy systems.

Due to regional electricity instability, high electricity costs, and the need for resilient and sustainable infrastructure, ANNU has strategically invested in operational renewable energy systems including:

  • Solar photovoltaic (PV) systems

  • Solar thermal water heating systems

  • Clean biomass and biogas systems

  • Biodiesel production from recycled cooking oils

  • Wind power systems

  • Combined Heat and Power (CHP)

These systems are operational 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

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 Project – Phase 1

Salem Farm

500 kWp

2025

Ground-Mounted Solar PV Expansion Project – 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 represents the primary renewable energy source utilized at An-Najah National University. The university has implemented multiple rooftop and ground-mounted photovoltaic systems distributed across academic buildings, farms, parking facilities, hospitals, and campus infrastructure.

These systems directly contribute to:

  • reducing grid electricity consumption,

  • lowering operational energy costs,

  • enhancing campus energy resilience,

  • supporting climate action goals,

  • and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

The generated renewable electricity is utilized for:

  • academic and administrative buildings,

  • laboratories,

  • research centers,

  • agricultural facilities,

  • water pumping systems,

  • campus lighting,

  • electric vehicle charging infrastructure,

  • and campus operational services.

Solar Water Heating System – Sports Complex

A solar thermal water heating system has been operational on the Sports Complex building since 2012. The system is used for preheating swimming pool water and reducing electricity demand associated with water heating operations.

Annual Thermal Energy Production: Approximately 481,800 kWh/year

Operational Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Systems

ANNU currently operates several rooftop and ground-mounted photovoltaic systems across its campuses and affiliated facilities.

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 – operational in 2025 – Salem Farm

  • 500 kWp ground-mounted solar PV expansion project – operational in 2025-2026 – Salem Farm

Total Operational Solar Capacity: The university currently operates approximately ~3.4 MWp of installed solar capacity

Annual Solar Energy Production: The currently operational solar PV and solar thermal systems generate 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.

2. Clean Biomass and Biogas Systems

An-Najah National University implements clean biomass and biogas initiatives as part of its circular economy and sustainable agriculture strategy.

The Faculty of Agriculture and university farms utilize:

  • agricultural residues,

  • pruning waste,

  • organic cafeteria waste,

  • and animal manure

for renewable energy production and sustainable waste management.

Biomass Applications

Agricultural residues and organic biomass materials are used for:

  • greenhouse heating,

  • agricultural research applications,

  • and experimental farm operations.

Biogas Production

The university operates biogas digesters that convert:

  • animal manure,

  • biodegradable agricultural residues,

  • and organic waste

into:

  • renewable biogas energy,

  • and organic fertilizer.

Annual Biomass & Biogas Energy Production: ~ 420,000 kWh/year

These initiatives contribute significantly to:

  • waste reduction,

  • sustainable agricultural practices,

  • renewable energy production,

  • and campus environmental sustainability.

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.

The produced biodiesel is utilized in:

  • agricultural heating applications,

  • animal production facilities,

  • and sustainability research and demonstration activities.

This initiative supports:

  • circular economy practices,

  • waste reduction,

  • renewable fuel production,

  • environmental awareness,

  • and sustainable campus operations.

Annual Biodiesel Energy Contribution: ~ 240,000 kWh/year

4. Wind Power Systems

An-Najah National University operates small-scale hybrid wind energy systems that support critical research and environmental monitoring infrastructure.

The systems are integrated with existing renewable energy infrastructure to provide stable and resilient electricity supply for:

  • environmental monitoring stations,

  • seismic monitoring systems,

  • remote sensing equipment,

  • and selected campus facilities.

Operational Wind Energy Installations

Faculty of Shari’a Building. Small vertical-axis wind turbines partially supply renewable electricity for lighting and selected equipment, reducing dependence on conventional grid electricity.

Hebron and Tubas Monitoring Stations. Hybrid renewable systems combining wind and solar technologies are deployed at remote environmental and seismic monitoring stations to ensure uninterrupted operation during electricity interruptions and grid outages.

Annual Wind Energy Production: ~ 60,000 kWh/year

Combined Heat and Power (CHP) System

The university additionally utilizes a biogas-based Combined Heat and Power (CHP) system associated with wastewater treatment and renewable energy recovery infrastructure.

The CHP system simultaneously produces:

  • renewable electricity,

  • and useful thermal energy, thereby significantly improving overall energy efficiency and reducing dependence on conventional electricity sources.

The system utilizes recovered biogas generated through anaerobic digestion processes and converts it into operational energy through high-efficiency cogeneration technology.

Annual CHP Production: ~ 400,000 kWh/year

Future Renewable Energy Expansion

As part of its long-term sustainability and climate resilience strategy, An-Najah National University continues expanding renewable energy infrastructure across its campuses.

The university is currently implementing additional phases of its ground-mounted solar PV expansion project.

Planned Renewable Energy Expansion (2027)

  • Additional Ground-Mounted Solar PV System: 1 MWp

  • Planned operational date: 2027

  • Project status: Under implementation / expansion phase

Upon completion, the project will further increase the university’s renewable electricity generation capacity and strengthen the university’s transition toward low-carbon and energy-resilient campus operations.

Institutional Sustainability and Climate Impact

The university’s renewable energy systems contribute substantially to:

  • reducing greenhouse gas emissions,

  • lowering dependence on conventional electricity sources,

  • improving campus energy security,

  • enhancing climate resilience,

  • reducing operational energy costs,

  • supporting sustainable infrastructure,

  • improving energy efficiency through CHP and energy recovery systems,

  • and promoting renewable energy education and research.

These systems also function as:

  • living laboratories,

  • research infrastructure,

  • educational demonstration units,

  • and community engagement platforms for renewable energy technologies and sustainability practices in Palestine.

Renewable energy deployment is fully integrated into the university’s:

  • sustainability strategy,

  • climate action initiatives,

  • operational planning,

  • research programs,

  • and long-term transition toward sustainable and low-carbon campus operations.

The total energy consumption at the University from low-carbon sources amounts to 5,041 GJ, representing the University’s complete on-campus energy demand. The surplus renewable energy generated is supplied to support rural communities in Palestine that experience limited access to electricity and sustainable energy resources.

Renewable Energy Initiatives at An-Najah National University

Energy Efficient Appliances Usage

Evidence and Supporting Documentation

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

  • institutional sustainability webpages

Additional supporting links:

A. Core Sustainability and Renewable Energy Pages

These institutional sustainability pages demonstrate the university’s renewable energy strategy, climate action framework, and commitment toward sustainable campus operations.

B. Renewable Energy Research Centers and Technical Infrastructure

These pages support the university’s renewable energy research, operational implementation, technical expertise, and monitoring activities.

C. Solar Energy Projects and Renewable Energy Installations

These official university pages and media materials provide direct evidence of operational solar photovoltaic systems and renewable energy infrastructure across the university.

D. Med-EcoSuRe and International Renewable Energy Projects

These international cooperation projects demonstrate ANNU’s engagement in renewable energy deployment, sustainable energy transition, and energy efficiency improvement initiatives.

E. Sustainability Governance, Monitoring, and Institutional Engagement

These pages support the university’s institutional sustainability governance, monitoring systems, and participation in sustainability and climate initiatives.

F. Technical Tenders and Procurement Documentation

These technical tender pages provide additional operational evidence related to renewable energy implementation and infrastructure projects.

Related University Policies and Plans

ANNU’s Energy Efficiency Plan is supported by the following documents in the University’s official Policies directory and sustainability pages:

Institutional policies

Implementation plans and performance evidence

Previous editions (archive): Carbon Footprint and Energy Report (2019–2024)  (PDF); Climate Action Plan (earlier edition)  (PDF); Net Zero 2028 commitment (earlier edition)  (PDF).


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