The University Salhi Ahmed of Naâma promotes higher education for sustainable development by integrating the SDGs (especially SDG 7 and 13) into teaching, research, and community engagement in our arid region. Key Research: The Laboratory for Sustainable Management of Natural Resources in Arid and Semi-Arid Zones conducts studies on renewable energy (solar and wind), using long-term meteorological data to support integration of clean energy sources and reduce fossil fuel dependence. Education: Sustainability principles are embedded in engineering and telecommunications curricula, training students in technologies like AI for smart agriculture, efficient wireless networks, and renewable energy optimization to address local issues (water scarcity, desertification, digital divide). Community & Campus: Outreach shares research for regional policy; campus focuses on resource efficiency and greening initiatives. As a young institution, we are committed to expanding these efforts and seeking international collaborations (e.g., via HESI) to strengthen sustainable development in western Algeria.

The American University of Sharjah (AUS) promotes higher education for sustainable development through an integrated approach that combines education, research, campus operations, and community engagement. Sustainability principles are embedded across academic programs, with strong emphasis on renewable energy, smart infrastructure, climate resilience, and responsible innovation, while interdisciplinary research aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals addresses challenges such as energy transition, smart cities, and environmental sustainability. AUS also advances sustainability through partnerships with government and industry, sustainability-focused campus initiatives, and student-led projects that foster leadership, innovation, and real-world impact.

The Planning Institute of Jamaica is Jamaica's primary planning agency for national policy advise and monitoring. With, there is a sector specialist for the education sector that advise, monitors and conducts research on the sector.

Graham International University envisions a world of interconnectedness, where cultural diversity is celebrated and diplomatic bonds thrive. Through accessible education, we aspire to cultivate global citizens equipped with deep cultural understanding and empathy. Our vision extends beyond borders, fostering harmonious relationships among nations. We envision a future where individuals from diverse backgrounds come together to address global challenges collaboratively. With scholarship opportunities spanning selected nations, we aim to empower talented minds worldwide, creating a brighter, more inclusive future for generations. Graham International University (GIU) is a 100% online institution dedicated to providing accessible and affordable education worldwide. With a diverse international faculty and staff, GIU is uniquely positioned to connect diverse communities and bridge cultural gaps through education. As part of The Frankie Graham Jr. Foundation, GIU is driven by a mission to shape the future of international relations. We believe in the power of education to foster mutual understanding, respect, and collaboration among nations. By educating individuals about different cultures, belief systems, and global perspectives, GIU aims to contribute to stronger diplomatic relationships and a more harmonious world. Our commitment extends beyond borders to reach underprivileged communities in Africa, the Arab World, Asia, Europe, and South America. GIU offers a variety of educational programs designed to empower individuals and create opportunities for personal and professional growth. At GIU, we are passionate about making education a universal right rather than a privilege. Join us as we transform lives, build bridges, and inspire a brighter future for all.

At our institution, we believe that quality education is a fundamental right and a critical driver for achieving global sustainability goals. We are dedicated to making higher education accessible, affordable, and impactful for learners worldwide while integrating sustainable development principles into everything we do. Our Vision: A world where every person, regardless of location or circumstance, has the opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills needed to contribute to a sustainable, equitable future for all.

At Universitas Indonesia (UI), we are deeply committed to advancing the SDGs through our core missions of education, research, and community engagement. Sustainability is embedded in our institutional strategy, ensuring that teaching, learning, and campus operations contribute meaningfully to global efforts in addressing environmental, social, and economic challenges. As the initiator of the UI GreenMetric World University Rankings, we have taken a leading role in benchmarking and promoting sustainability practices across higher education institutions worldwide. Through UI GreenMetric, we also facilitate global dialogue on sustainability, providing a platform for institutions to share experiences, exchange ideas, and inspire innovative approaches to advancing sustainable development. A forthcoming example is the UI GreenMetric Roundtable Forum, hosted at National Chi Nan University in Taiwan, which will convene universities from around the world to strengthen collaboration and accelerate collective action toward sustainability. In the academic sphere, we integrate sustainability themes into our curriculum across disciplines, fostering interdisciplinary approaches and equipping our students with the knowledge and skills to become future leaders in sustainable development. Most recently, we established the Graduate School for Sustainable Development as a concrete manifestation of our commitment to advancing sustainability through education. Our research is directed toward solving pressing global issues, including renewable energy, waste management, water conservation, public health, and inclusive innovation. We have shown particular strength in scholarly outputs related to SDG 3: Good Health and Wellbeing, significantly exceeding the relative activity of other Indonesian institutions in this research area. We support our institution’s research environment by facilitating collaborations with international partners, enabling evidence-based contributions to policymaking and global knowledge exchange. In line with our Strategic Plan for 2025–2029, we place strategic international partnerships at the forefront of our sustainability agenda, which is why we are eager to join the HESI community. We also implement comprehensive green campus initiatives, positioning our campus as a living laboratory for sustainability. Energy efficiency and renewable energy generation, waste reduction, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable transportation are actively promoted to reduce our environmental footprint. Beyond our campus boundaries, we engage with local communities and stakeholders to extend the impact of our sustainability agenda. Through community outreach programs, we ensure that our contributions go beyond academia and address real-world challenges faced by society. Through partnerships, advocacy, and transparent communication, we continue to strengthen UI’s role as a global leader in higher education for sustainable development. By joining the HESI community, we seek to reaffirm our dedication to collaborative action, knowledge sharing, and measurable contributions toward achieving the SDGs.

The Institution is focusing on SDG 4 - Quality Education. The institution serves as a hub for training health professions educators on educational science and technology to be teachers, assessors, and curriculum developers who can conduct research in the educational domain and implement evidence-based practice. The Institute also offers training in administration, leadership and team building. A unique training on Faculty Empowerment for Academic training (FEAT) is conducted for identifying and supporting Students Needing Additional Curricular Support (SNACS) and Students Provided with Enriched Curricular Support (SPECS), and a student-centric, customised learning strategies session based on their personal learning difficulties, named the Student Academic Guidance and Enrichment (SAGE) program.

TSSM BSCOER Pune (MH) India is committed to embedding the United Nations SDGs into its teaching, research and community engagement to develop skilled, responsible graduates who lead sustainable transformation. Since establishing an IEEE Student Branch (STB15153) and an IEEE Smart Village (ISV) Branch on 15 September 2023, the institute has delivered curriculum-linked workshops, industry visits, hands-on labs, and community vocational programs that combine technical learning with real-world impact. Flagship activities include the IEEE Smart Village Vocational Awareness Initiative (VAI) for rural primary students, national workshops on green hydrogen and sustainable energy, and targeted student support that helped two female students secure IEEE Women-in-Engineering scholarships (2025). Dr. Totappa Hasarmani will serve as the Student Branch Counsellor / HESI Coordinator. Dr. Hasarmani is a Ph.D. (Electrical Engineering) researcher and progressive farmer whose work spans renewable energy systems, smart grids, green hydrogen, and rural energy solutions (including a cost-effective Solar PV–DG hybrid jaggery tri-generation design). Dr. Hasarmani has received multiple awards from IEEE and other reputed bodies including Water Air Food Awards (WAFA-2023) in recognition of his outstanding contributions in renewable energy, rural development, and sustainable technology. As a progressive farmer, he actively spreads awareness on renwable energy, smart irrigation, water conservation, and sustainable farming practices, adding further value to his diverse profile. Through integrated curriculum projects, faculty-industry research, student-led sustainability ventures, community outreach, and cross-border academic collaborations, TSSM BSCOER offers a scalable, practice-oriented platform aligned with HESI goals to educate, empower and mobilize young leaders for sustainable development.

St. Albert’s College (Autonomous) in Kochi strongly embodies the principles of higher education for sustainable development through a multi-pronged strategy. Academically, it offers vocational and postgraduate programmes in Renewable Energy that are deeply integrated with real-world sustainability, while its curriculum across all departments weaves in themes like environmental ethics and human values. Importantly, sustainability is not just theoretical — the college practices what it preaches: green audits, solar-powered infrastructure, water harvesting, and conservation research are part of daily campus life. Through its Albertian Integral Development Programme and community outreach, the college builds social resilience and spreads environmental awareness beyond its walls. Research and innovation are also key: via its incubation centre and international conferences, the college motivates students to develop sustainable solutions. Altogether, the institution not only educates students but equips them — practically, ethically, and socially — to contribute to a more sustainable future.

1. Teaching and Learning - CUT has more than 180 qualifications from undergraduate to postgraduate level which about 21000 students are studying spread over 4 Faculties 2. Research and Innovation - we have more than 900 staff members doing research and who have published more than 297 research units in 2023. We have centres of research excellence such as the Centre for Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing (CPRM), Centre for Applied Food Sustainability and Biotechnology (CAFSAB). 3. Innovations - CUT has establishing a working Technology Transfer Office for Product Development (PDTS), commercialisation as well as has Idea Generator {I-GYM) and FABLAB makerspaces. 4. Community Engagement - CUT has an effective community engagement where it ensures that its teaching and learning, research and innovation has social, economic and environmental impact. Few has back, it established a Centre for Global Engagement with the aim or promoting students / staff global exchanges. 5. CUT is a university with two campuses - one is based in Bloemfontein - the South Africa's Judicial Capital and the second one is based in Welkom which is the capital for gold and diamond.

As part of Teacher training many aspects of Environment n activities like Tree Planting are carried out especially as the institution is located in the state of Himachal Pradesh,a hilly state in Western Himalayas in Northern India.

Sphinx University actively integrates the principles of sustainable development into its education, research, community engagement, and institutional operations. 1. Embedding Sustainability in Education The university offers dedicated courses and lectures that directly address sustainability and the UN SDGs, helping students understand how to apply sustainability concepts in their professional and personal lives. Faculties organize seminars, public lectures, and workshops—for example, the Faculty of Physical Therapy’s health and nutrition awareness programs and the Pharmacy Students’ Federation’s “Medication Without Harm” initiative—linking classroom learning with real-world SDG applications. Through collaboration with the Egyptian Knowledge Bank (EKB) and national ministries, Sphinx University provides open-access learning resources and professional development programs supporting lifelong education. 2. Promoting Research for Sustainable Development Around 44% of Sphinx University’s total research output is directly related to the SDGs (SDG 4, SDG 9, SDG 11 being the most represented). The university encourages interdisciplinary research and international collaboration — more than 50% of publications are co-authored with international partners — ensuring global knowledge exchange and innovation for sustainability. 3. Building Partnerships for SDG Implementation Sphinx University maintains active partnerships with local, national, and international institutions to promote best practices in sustainable development. Nationally: Partnerships with the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Health, Assiut Governorate, and New Assiut City Council to support education, health, and infrastructure goals. Internationally: Collaborations with University College Cork (Ireland), Belgorod State University (Russia), Operation Smile, Enactus, and Google Developers for sustainability-related projects and education programs. The university also participates in THE Global Sustainable Development Congress to learn and share SDG best practices globally. 4. Extending Sustainability to the Community As the first private university in Upper Egypt, Sphinx University plays a major role in uplifting local communities through education, job creation, and awareness campaigns. Programs such as the Adult Literacy Initiative, free medical and dental clinics, and the “Decent Life” collaboration with national initiatives demonstrate its commitment to making education a driver for social transformation. 5. Institutional Commitment and Governance Sustainability is embedded into the university’s vision, mission, and strategic plan, supported by leadership (Board of Trustees, President, Vice Presidents) and coordinated through its Office of Sustainability and Ranking Committee. The university promotes inclusivity through scholarships, accessibility measures for students with disabilities, and policies ensuring gender equality and non-discrimination.

The University of Education, Winneba is a teacher education public university whose mission is to train competent professional teachers for all levels of education as well as conduct research, disseminate knowledge and contribute to educational policy and development. The University discharges this with a deep commitment to the advancement of teacher education, driving the systematic development of both the science and the art of teaching aimed at nurturing the next generation of educators, equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and professionalism required to excel in diverse educational settings, from preschool to senior secondary school, and even in non-formal education institutions. The University also fosters essential links between our schools and the broader community with firm conviction in holistic training, where students not only gain knowledge within the classroom but also engage with and enrich the communities in which they live and work. This commitment to community engagement underscores our belief that education is a shared responsibility and that the positive impact of our graduates extends far beyond the confines of our campuses.

The ESG Institute is an international education and research organization active in more than 65 countries, dedicated to advancing sustainability and climate education. Through accredited online Diplomas and Certificates in ESG Strategy, ESG Reporting, Supply Chain, Sustainable Finance, CSRD, Carbon Markets, Climate Law, etc., we equip professionals, educators, and institutions with practical competencies to accelerate the green transition. We promote lifelong learning, open access to sustainability knowledge, and partnerships with training centers, NGOs, and the private sector. Our current initiative aims to train at least 5,000 individuals free of charge in ESG and sustainability-related skills by 2026, reinforcing global capacity for the SDGs and climate resilience.

The International Consortium for Accreditation and Research Management Inc. (ICARM) promotes higher education for sustainable development by ensuring global quality standards through accreditation, advancing research and innovation in educational practices, and providing professional training for educators and administrators. Guided by its core values of integrity, excellence, innovation, and collaboration, ICARM empowers institutions to integrate sustainability, accountability, and continuous improvement into their operations—contributing to the realization of Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education and fostering a more equitable and sustainable global learning community.

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KLU’s mission is to equip it’s students with both an operations mindset and the essential tools to become responsible leaders and managers striving for a better world. As such, KLU recognizes its critical role in fostering a sustainable future and integrates sustainability, based on the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals into its decision making and management at all levels. KLU will embed sustainable practices in all KLU activities, modelling innovative ways to maximize social and environmental and economic value. Within our KLU Green Office students, academics, staff and other KLU stakeholders are working together to ensure that sustainability is addressed at KLU at a strategic all levels. The Green Office works on both short- and long-term projects at KLU that support a coordinated approach to sustainability. The activities include, e.g. KLU’s participation in the PIR survey and the support of our students Green Dream Club.

The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK) focuses on integrating sustainability across its entire institutional framework. Our approach is driven by top-level governance, with a dedicated SDG Task Force and sustainability as a core priority in our Strategic Plan. Our primary focus is on embedding sustainability into our core academic mission. This is achieved by mapping all undergraduate courses to the SDGs and conducting high-impact research, particularly in SDG 4: Quality Education. This academic foundation is complemented by practical applications, including student engagement in community service projects and local outreach through initiatives like the "SDG Living Laboratory" which connects our expertise with community well-being. No. of Staff (as of September 2024): 1,499 No. of Students (as of September 2024): 9,128 A more comprehensive overview of the statistics can be found at https://www.eduhk.hk/en/about/facts-and-figures

We are committed to achieving the SDGs and are in the process of developing and implementing a sustainability strategy with the support of staff and stakeholders. We are interested in learning more about supporting sustainability from the international higher education community We have over 13,000 students and nearly 600 staff, plus over 20,000 alumni

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