The figures reflect a continuous effort. Through post-consumption collection campaigns, we delivered over four tons of waste to authorized managers. In total, 78,505 kilograms of organic fertilizer were produced, of which 62,100 kilograms came from leaf litter collected during campus garden maintenance and 8,254 kilograms originated from cafeterias, while 61,750 kilograms of solid compost were produced at the La Sultana Academic and Experimental Center from chicken manure, cattle manure, organic matter, and harvest by-products. Additionally, the Ruta Limpia program, based on a source-separation strategy reinforced with training and provision of materials, has enabled the recycling of over eight tons of reusable waste.

In 2024, as part of this same commitment, the University of Cauca participated for the sixth time in the GreenMetric Ranking, an international assessment led by the University of Indonesia that evaluates the sustainability performance of higher education institutions. The results were encouraging: we achieved high scores in waste management, energy efficiency, and sustainable mobility, placing us 907th globally, 121st in Latin America, and 42nd in Colombia.

These achievements are neither isolated nor episodic; they reflect a structural approach that links internal actions with strategic alliances. We also joined the National Carbon Neutrality Program, signed agreements with international sustainability networks for university campuses, and adopted institutional protocols to respond to climate events. In parallel, we developed technical criteria for the management of trees on campus, prioritizing conservation, safety, and dialogue with the university community as guiding principles.