In accordance with the UN Sustainable Development Goal 2 — “Zero Hunger,” Samarkand State University of Architecture and Construction (SamDAQU) has been implementing various campaigns and events aimed at promoting a healthy, balanced, and sustainable eating culture.

During 2024–2025, the university organized “Healthy Eating” weeks, ecological campaigns, poster contests, seminars, and training sessions. These activities are designed to encourage students and staff to reduce food waste, use local products, and adopt environmentally friendly eating habits.

Additionally, the university cafeterias have phased out single-use plastic containers, introduced reusable dishes, and implemented organic waste sorting.

Through these initiatives, SamDAQU promotes a healthy lifestyle, ecological responsibility, and a culture of sustainable nutrition, contributing to the creation of a healthy and green environment for future generations.

In line with the UN Sustainable Development Goal 2 — “Zero Hunger,” Samarkand State University of Architecture and Construction (SamDAQU) implements policies aimed at eradicating hunger and ensuring food security among its students and staff.

The university administration considers food security a fundamental human right. Accordingly, the following mechanisms have been established at SamDAQU:

• Affordable cafeteria services for students and staff;
• Meal subsidies and vouchers for underprivileged students through the social assistance fund;
• Provision of healthy and affordable products through cooperation with local producers;
• Seminars and campaigns promoting a culture of healthy eating;
• Free meal distribution during exam periods or emergencies.

Through these measures, SamDAQU actively works to create a healthy, socially equitable, and sustainable food system for every student and staff member.

In accordance with the UN Sustainable Development Goal — “Zero Hunger,” Samarkand State University of Architecture and Construction (SamDAQU) actively implements policies to ensure food security and promote healthy nutrition not only for its students and staff but also for the surrounding community.

At the university:

• Affordable cafeteria services are provided;
• Meal vouchers and food packages are given to underprivileged students and staff;
• Charity events are organized, during which students and teachers deliver food to low-income families and orphanages;
• Educational seminars on healthy eating and reducing food waste are conducted;
• Through cooperation with local farmers, high-quality and environmentally friendly products are supplied.

Through these measures, SamDAQU contributes to providing every individual with access to healthy, safe, and affordable food, combating hunger, and developing a sustainable food system.

In line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals — “Zero Hunger,” Samarkand State University of Architecture and Construction (SamDAQU) implements a systematic policy to prevent, reduce, properly manage, and recycle food waste.

At the university:

• Awareness campaigns on reducing and recycling waste are conducted among students and staff;
• Meal preparation in cafeterias is planned according to actual needs, preventing excess waste;
• Surplus edible food is distributed as charity to underprivileged students and nearby families;
• Organic waste is collected separately and converted into natural fertilizer through composting;
• To reduce plastic waste, reusable containers and biodegradable materials are used.

This policy aligns with the decrees of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan on environmental protection, waste reduction, and ensuring food security.

Through these initiatives, SamDAQU is taking practical steps toward creating a healthy, waste-free, and sustainable university environment.