RV Institute of Technology

(Formerly Chebrolu Engineering College)
UGC - AUTONOMOUS
NAAC 'A' Grade
AICTE Approved
Other Campus Facilities | RVIT Autonomous, Guntur

OTHER CAMPUS FACILITIES

Waste Management
Rainwater Harvesting
Green Practices
Accessibility
Solar Energy

Waste Management

RVIT follows a strict zero-waste policy with color-coded bins for segregation of paper, plastic, organic, and e-waste across the campus.

Key initiatives:

  • Organic waste from canteen converted to compost via 3 vermicomposting units
  • E-waste collected and handed over to APPCB-authorized recyclers
  • Plastic-free campus drive with reusable steel bottles for all students
  • Monthly waste audits conducted by Green Club
100+ Bins 2 Tons Compost/Year 95% Waste Segregated

Rainwater Harvesting

The campus has 12 advanced rainwater harvesting pits with filtration and recharge wells, harvesting over 5 lakh liters annually.

Usage:

  • Recharges groundwater table in Chebrolu region
  • Used for gardening, flushing, and vehicle washing
  • Reduces municipal water dependency by 40%
5 Lakh Liters Harvested 12 Pits 40% Water Saved

Green Practices

RVIT maintains 65% green cover with over 2,000 trees including neem, mango, and teak native to Andhra Pradesh.

Sustainability measures:

  • 100% LED lighting with motion sensors in corridors
  • Star-rated ACs and fans in all classrooms
  • Annual plantation drive with AP Forest Department
  • Paperless office initiative using ERP system
65% Green Cover 35% Energy Saved 2,000+ Trees

Physical Facilities for Disabled Persons

RVIT is a fully barrier-free campus designed for inclusivity.

Facilities include:

  • Ramps with 1:12 slope in all academic blocks
  • 2 elevators with braille buttons and voice announcements
  • Tactile paving for visually impaired students
  • Disabled-friendly restrooms on every floor
  • Priority seating in classrooms and auditorium
100% Accessible 2 Elevators Staff Trained

Solar Energy

RVIT generates clean energy through a 100 kW rooftop solar plant installed in 2022.

Key stats:

  • Generates 1.5 lakh units annually
  • Powers 25% of campus electricity needs
  • Solar water heaters in both boys’ and girls’ hostels
  • Net metering with APEPDCL saves ₹8 lakh/year
100 kW Plant 1.5 Lakh Units/Year ₹8 Lakh Saved