Metodología como estrategia de sostenibilidad ambiental, social y económica, en la Universidad Técnica de Manabí

Abstract

The purpose of this research work was to propose a methodology as a sustainability strategy inside and outside the Technical University of Manabí, considering three indicators: environmental, economic and social. The design of the methodology consisted of three stages: the first is the creation of the management group and its representative, the second phase is the environmental, social and economic diagnosis of the Higher Education Institution and finally a proposal of good environmental practices, the same that will contribute to the strengthening, knowledge and compliance of the environmental legislation, the environmental, economic and social performance of the whole university, consequently the satisfaction of the requirements and needs of the interested parties in this management, as they workers and students. As an instrument for data collection and methodological validation, a survey was applied to teachers, students, administrative and service personnel. This methodology is based on the objectives of sustainable development of the 2030 agenda "Our Common Future", whose purpose is to guarantee a sustainable life in the present and future; as well as, it is aimed at achieving sustainable management in all processes within the Institution of Higher Education.