Energy and Emissions












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            * On the Path to Carbon Neutrality
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            Responsible energy management plays a key role in sustainable development, as it affects t

            spectrum of the field. From an environmental perspective, it is a component whose transiti
            sources means a substantial reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. From a social and econo

            it ensures energy independence from fossil fuels and geopolitical circumstances, which ult
            energy security and reduces so-called energy poverty.


            In line with the general definition of sustainable development, sustainable energy meets p
            without compromising the needs of future generations.


            For this reason, Charles University has committed itself to responsible energy management 
            gradual achievement of carbon neutrality no later than 2050.


            The first stage of this long-term goal began with a pilot mapping of Charles University’s 
            preliminary calculation of its 2022 carbon footprint within Scope 1 and Scope 2, that is, 
            from internal processes and indirect emissions associated with energy consumption.


            At the same time, during 2025, a university-wide energy audit was carried out by an extern
            providing a comprehensive picture of actual energy consumption as well as further opportun

            prospects. The university emits 57 602 tCO2 per year. Concurrently, a plan was also launch
            digitalized energy management in selected university buildings.


            In addition, at the beginning of 2025, Charles University’s Dormitories and Refectories su
            application to the New ELENA programme of the National Development Bank to support the pre
            implementation of EPC projects, and based on an initial analysis, five of the seven submit

            were selected for implementation.

            On the basis of the above-mentioned measures, Charles University seeks to reduce its carbo

            to serve as an example of good practice on the path toward a sustainable future.

            The preparation of the Energy Audit and the Energy Management Implementation Plan was supp

            2025 by NPO 7.4 Green Skills and Support for Sustainability at Higher Education Institutio
            at CU [ URL "https://opp.cuni.cz/OPP-120.html"] ”, website available only in Czech).