Smart University: A pathway for advancing Sustainable Development Goals

Abstract

This paper aims to highlight the potential of smart university solutions in contributing to the advancement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). We surveyed solutions tailored to address each of the seventeen SDGs with an emphasis on identifying those adaptable within university settings. Our research reveals a diverse array of solutions within the university environment that align with the SDGs. Remarkably, we have identified initiatives relevant even to goals seemingly peripheral to the university’s primary mission, such as those addressing poverty eradication. On a further step, we have established a correlation between the smart university concept and the SDGs, effectively showcasing the practicality of utilizing existing solutions to enhance and accomplish all goals. We also propose definitions and a well-structured taxonomy for smart university and smart campus to support our study and guide future research.