KazNARU launches a Series of Environmental Campaigns and Competitions for Plastic Collection
The Kazakh National Agrarian Research University (KazNARU) announces the launch of a comprehensive environmental campaign that includes plastic waste collection events and competitions for students and staff. The initiative aims to promote environmental awareness, develop skills in waste segregation, and encourage a sustainable lifestyle.
The campaign includes the following activities:
1) Environmental Actions
- Collection of plastic waste on the university campus and surrounding areas.
- Sorting and separation of collected materials.
- Transfer of plastic for recycling with subsequent monitoring of the process.
2) Competitions for Students and Staff
- KazNARU Plastic Challenge — faculty teams compete in the amount of collected plastic and the quality of sorting.
- Creative Projects Competition “Plastic in a New Life” — participants propose ideas for reusing plastic, eco-art, and innovative solutions.
- Video and Post Competition “I Choose Recycling” — students create short videos and posts to raise awareness about the importance of waste segregation.
Campaign Goals
- Increase environmental awareness among youth.
- Develop sustainable habits of waste segregation.
- Reduce the amount of plastic entering the environment.
- Support and develop “green” initiatives within the university.
Organizers note that participation in the events and competitions will allow every student and staff member to make a real contribution to environmental protection and demonstrate an active civic position.
Winners of the competitions will be awarded certificates, memorable prizes, and the opportunity to implement their ideas within university projects.
KazNARU continues to actively support environmental initiatives and plans to expand its environmental education program in the future.
