On Wednesday, April 16, the Office of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) at Université La Sagesse held its first CSR Environmental Initiative in Kafra, Beit Mery, reinforcing the university’s commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.

In collaboration with the Maronite Archdiocese of Beirut, the Lebanese Reforestation Initiative, and Advanced Car Rentals, the event gathered faculty members from Université La Sagesse who took part in planting a hedge of native Mediterranean Species.

The planting included thyme, rosemary, and lavender. Those local species were selected for their ecological benefits and adaptability to the local environment.

This initiative aims to:

• Enhance biodiversity
• Attract pollinators
• Support natural pest control
• Improve soil health

By taking this collective action, participants contributed to global sustainability goals, specifically:

• SDG 15 – Life on Land
• SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals
• ISO 26000 – Clause 6.5.6: Protection of the environment and biodiversity

The event served as a meaningful reminder of the role academic institutions and their faculty can play in promoting environmental awareness and sustainable practices.