Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University (BEUN) has successfully finalized its transition to natural gas as part of its sustainable and environmentally friendly vision. With the conclusion of conversion process on Ereğli Kepez Campus, the university has transition to modern, efficient, and eco-friendly heating systems at all its campuses.

As part of the ongoing practices in line with the eco-friendly vision, the natural gas conversion process has been completed on Alaplı, Çaycuma, Devrek, Doruk, Farabi, Gökçebey, İbni Sina, İncirharmanı, Kepez, Kilimli, 15 Temmuz, and Üzülmez campuses. This leads to the use of cleaner, economical, and sustainable energy on our campuses.

As part of the project completed on Ereğli Kepez Campus, all solid fuel systems have been converted into heating systems with natural gas. Also, as part of the project, drinking water systems and fire booster pump systems as well as the water tanks were renewed in accordance with the modern regulations leading to modern standards in the campus infrastructure. During the conversion process, energy efficiency was prioritized, energy saving devices were used, and smart systems monitoring the energy consumption were integrated. Thus, the aims to reduce energy costs and limit environmental effects were remarkably met.

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In his remarks on the subject, BEUN Rector Prof. Dr. İsmail Hakkı Özölçer highlighted his pleasure for the completion of the process of natural gas conversion and stated the following:

“We have successfully completed the natural gas conversion projects across all campuses of our university. This work is not only an infrastructure investment; it is also a concrete demonstration of our understanding of an environmentally conscious, sustainable, and efficient university. Transitioning to cleaner energy sources is of great importance both for protecting our environment and for using our resources more efficiently. I would like to sincerely thank all those who contributed to bringing this important service to our university, especially our Construction and Technical Affairs Department, as well as all our engineers, technical staff, and everyone involved in the project. This outstanding work will make a significant contribution to the future of our university. By placing the concept of sustainable environment at the center of all our activities, we will continue with determination to implement in the best possible way the projects carried out in all units of our university, as well as those to be realized in the future. As Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University, we will continue to move confidently towards the future with our environmentally friendly, innovative, and strong infrastructure.”