Overview

Calculating per capita water consumption allows RUET to assess water efficiency at an individual level and identify opportunities for conservation. It supports sustainable water use policies and fosters behavioral change among students, faculty, and staff, thereby advancing SDG 6.4 (water-use efficiency).

Key points

• Water Consumption MeasurementRUET has established systematic monitoring of water consumption across all campus facilities, including academic buildings, laboratories, student halls, and administrative offices.
• Per-Person Water UseThe university's residential students, numbering 6,150, require 135 liters per day per student for drinking, bathing, washing, and other daily activities.
• Distribution Network MappingThe campus water supply and distribution system is mapped comprehensively to ensure efficient monitoring and maintenance. The system covers all academic buildings, administrative facilities, student halls, and common areas.
• Conservation MeasuresRUET has implemented water-efficient fixtures across campus buildings to minimize water waste and promote conservation.
• Safe Drinking Water Access for Residential StudentsRUET has taken a significant step toward ensuring safe drinking water for its residential students by installing a modern reverse osmosis (RO) water treatment plant in four residential halls.

Conclusion

RUET demonstrates a strong institutional commitment to water efficiency through comprehensive consumption tracking and per-person measurement. The university's residential students require 135 liters per day, with total daily consumption of approximately 854 m³ and annual consumption of approximately 311,710 m³.