Authors :
Dr. Chandramani Kailash Gajbhiye
Volume/Issue :
Volume 9 - 2024, Issue 12 - December
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DOI :
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14512537
Abstract :
Green libraries and sustainability initiatives
aim to integrate environmentally responsible practices
into library operations, infrastructure, and community
engagement. By adopting eco-friendly building designs,
energy-efficient systems, waste reduction strategies, and
water conservation measures, libraries significantly
reduce their environmental impact. These efforts often
extend to the promotion of digital resources, recycling
programs, and the creation of community hubs for
sustainable living activities such as gardening and repair
workshops. Additionally, libraries contribute to
sustainability education by hosting programs and
providing resources focused on climate action and
ecological stewardship. This dual focus on operational
efficiency and community education positions libraries
as leaders in the global movement toward sustainability,
fostering environmental consciousness and social equity
within their communities.
Keywords :
Green Libraries, Sustainability, Eco-Friendly Design, Environmental Education, Digital Resources, Resource Management.
References :
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Green libraries and sustainability initiatives
aim to integrate environmentally responsible practices
into library operations, infrastructure, and community
engagement. By adopting eco-friendly building designs,
energy-efficient systems, waste reduction strategies, and
water conservation measures, libraries significantly
reduce their environmental impact. These efforts often
extend to the promotion of digital resources, recycling
programs, and the creation of community hubs for
sustainable living activities such as gardening and repair
workshops. Additionally, libraries contribute to
sustainability education by hosting programs and
providing resources focused on climate action and
ecological stewardship. This dual focus on operational
efficiency and community education positions libraries
as leaders in the global movement toward sustainability,
fostering environmental consciousness and social equity
within their communities.
Keywords :
Green Libraries, Sustainability, Eco-Friendly Design, Environmental Education, Digital Resources, Resource Management.