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1. RESTRICTED ENTRY OF AUTOMOBILES:

At present the pollution is the major problem in the world. The major pollution is generated by automobiles. To minimize the pollution inside the campus Sri Shanmugha College of Engineering and Technology is having a policy. The automobiles are restricted inside the campus from entrance of the college to class room around 500 meter distance and from entrance to hostel is around 800 meter.

2. USE OF BICYCLES/ BATTERY POWERED VEHICLES:

Students are encouraged to use bicycles within the campus. Although the in-campus distances are small the travel to and from the hostel can utilize the benefits of bicycles. For local commutation from one location to another location Battery powered vehicle is used.

• Electric motor power: 250 W

• Battery recharge time: 6 to 8 hours

• Mileage: 70kms for each charge

3. PEDESTRIAN FRIENDLY PATHWAYS:

The road inside the campus is pedestrian friendly with all the vehicles orderly parked in the parking area. The pedestrian platforms are laid on the sides of the main approach road towards all buildings in the campus. Well planned drainage systems across the roads are running throughout the campus to avoid stagnation of rain water.

4. BAN ON USE OF PLASTIC:

Efforts are taken by the institute to maintain a plastic free campus. Students and staffs are counseled against the use of plastic in the campus. Students can make use of the water cooler to refill their water bottles and are advised not to use plastic bottles.Banners and slogans are displayed at the prominent locations to create awareness on ill effects of plastics.

5. LANDSCAPING WITH TREES AND PLANTS:

Trees are natural recourses of Oxygen and are greatly responsible in the reduction of greenhouse gases i.e., CO2. Hence care is taken to increase the green cover in the campus and conserve the environment.

• The trees give more fresh air.

• The green lush of lawn enhances the beauty of the campus.

• The green walk way relaxes mind.