15
LIFE ON LAND
THINGS TO DO
Find a Goal 15 charity you want to support. Any donation, big or small, can make a difference!
Reduce your use of paper. Avoid printing and substitute it with electronic devices or carriers.
Don’t shop for pets! Visit your local animal shelter and adopt an animal there.
Don’t buy products tested on animals: Check the labels on the products you buy.
Recycle paper, glass, plastic, metal and old electronics.
Compost. Composting food scraps can reduce climate impact while also recycling nutrients.
Clean your local parks and forests. Organise your own or join an existing clean-up event to sustain the ecosystem of your local green space.
Don’t use pesticides. To protect and sustain the quality of soil, don’t use chemicals while growing plants.
Volunteer with street animal organizations or shelters: Help to sustain diversity and save lives of animal species by volunteering in organizations helping these pets as well as endangered species.
Stay informed. Follow your local news and stay in touch with the Global Goals online or on social media at @TheGlobalGoals.
Istanbul Medipol University‘s Commitment to SDG 15
Life on Land
Istanbul Medipol University is committed to protecting terrestrial ecosystems, supporting biodiversity, and promoting environmental awareness to ensure the sustainability of natural habitats. Guided by SDG 15, the University integrates environmental responsibility into education, research, and community initiatives that contribute to preserving life on land.
Medipol promotes eco-friendly practices across its campuses, including green space development, tree-planting activities, and biodiversity-friendly campus planning. Awareness events, student initiatives, and sustainability campaigns help foster environmental consciousness and respect for natural ecosystems.
Academic programs and research activities related to environmental sciences, agriculture, public health, and ecology contribute to the development of knowledge on biodiversity protection, land degradation, and sustainable ecosystem management. Interdisciplinary research supports data-driven solutions aimed at protecting natural habitats and enhancing ecological resilience.
Medipol collaborates with public institutions, NGOs, and local authorities on environmental projects that promote conservation, reforestation, and community-based environmental action. Student clubs actively participate in fieldwork, volunteering, and nature protection initiatives, strengthening university–community engagement.
Environmental literacy programs, seminars, and training encourage responsible behavior and promote a culture of sustainability among students and staff. These efforts contribute to shared responsibility for conserving land resources and protecting ecosystems.
By aligning its institutional values and initiatives with SDG 15, Istanbul Medipol University supports the protection of terrestrial ecosystems and reinforces its commitment to a sustainable, biodiverse, and environmentally responsible future.
We've Returned Organic Waste to the Soil
With the aim of contributing to nature and supporting sustainability, we are delighted to share the compost we have produced from organic waste with you, our valued employees, thanks to your contributions.
This compost, which we will distribute free of charge, will support the natural growth of your plants, enrich your soil, and contribute to the cycle of nature.