Shyama Prasad Mukherji College for Women (SPMC) is dedicated to reducing its environmental footprint and enhancing energy efficiency. To achieve these goals, SPMC will:

1. Perform regular environmental and energy assessments.

2. Formulate action plans based on audit results to improve efficiency.

3. Adhere to all applicable environmental and energy regulations.

4. Foster a culture of sustainability and energy conservation within the institution.

1. Environmental and Green Audits  - The college collaborates with certified agencies to conduct comprehensive environmental and energy audits, aiming to identify strengths and areas for improvement in pursuit of long-term sustainability. The Department of Environmental Studies (EVS) also conducts internal audits and flora and fauna censuses annually. These audits help the college develop policies and programs to implement for further strengthen the institutional green and environment initiatives. They assess waste types and volumes, enabling the creation of recycling projects or waste reduction plans. These efforts promote health awareness and instill environmental values and ethics. Green audits provide insights into the impact of eco-friendly practices on campus and promote financial savings through resource use reduction. Evaluating the college's contributions toward sustainability is essential.
2. Energy Assessments - Understanding the critical importance of energy usage evaluation, the college conducts annual energy audits. Reducing energy consumption is a priority, and the college is committed to lowering its carbon footprint. Energy audits use specialized tools to identify energy wastage and uncover flaws causing significant energy loss. These issues often have simple, cost-effective solutions, resulting in substantial savings. The college considers the auditing agency's feedback and implements their recommendations to decrease energy consumption.
3. Initiatives for a Clean and Green Campus -  

Awareness: The College promotes cleanliness and hygiene among students and staff through regular  cleanliness drives. Environmental policies are prominently displayed on campus, and various events are held in collaboration with ministries and NGOs to maintain an eco-friendly environment.
Student Societies, Clubs, and Departmental Activities Focused on the Environment: The Environment Club, Dhrub, organizes events to raise environmental awareness. The EVS Department educates students on environmental issues and encourages participation in activities and outreach programs. The Eco Club
and EVS Department play key roles in conducting audits, participating in ministryorganized programs, and promoting environmentally friendly practices within the college.
Transition to a Plastic-Free Campus: SPMC has been committed to solid waste management since its inception. In line with the Government of India’s initiative to ban single-use plastics, the college strictly prohibits the use of single-use plastics on campus to achieve a “Plastic-Free Campus".

4. Environmental Outreach beyond Campus The Eco Club, NSS, and NCC organize various events to raise environmental awareness in the surrounding community. They conduct tree plantation drives and educate students on environmental issues, ensuring their active participation in outreach programs.

Conclusion

The college acknowledges its duty to protect and conserve the environment. It works towards this goal through necessary infrastructural initiatives and by raising awareness and promoting environmental consciousness both on campus and beyond.