ASSESSING THE EFFICACY OF BASRA UNIVERSITY'S ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGY IN ENHANCING OVERALL PERFORMANCE: A TEACHER-CENTRIC EXPLORATION

Abstract

The pursuit of a sustainable environment within universities necessitates a holistic and systemic approach to sustainable development in higher education. This approach involves the seamless integration of environmental concerns into the core operations and activities of universities. Such integration serves as a fundamental framework for shaping an institution's environmental strategy. However, as the concept of sustainability strategies expands and their implementation becomes more intricate, it becomes imperative to forge partnerships with various stakeholders, including society, industry, and environmental groups. These partnerships are essential for bolstering a university's capacity to support continuous improvements in its overall performance. Achieving sustained enhancement is a formidable challenge without the university's prior understanding of potential changes in its environment. Hence, the development of a comprehensive strategy for environmental sustainability emerges as a crucial imperative. Such a strategy ensures that a university remains responsive to ongoing improvements by proactively identifying and comprehending potential shifts in its environment