The HESI Community
The HESI community consists of UN entities, university networks, student organizations, and higher education institutions committed to advancing sustainable development
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  • Green International University

    SDG-3,SDG-4,SDG-5,SDG-12 AND SDG-17

  • The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK)

    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

  • Sohar University

    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

  • Rural Affairs Institute for Development

    As Certified ISO 37101 Senior Lead Implementer, we focus our programs local sustainability development and Implementation Training.

  • INTI International University & Colleges

    INTI International University’s areas of focus in higher education for sustainable development include: 1) Curriculum Integration of Sustainability Embedding SDG principles into academic programmes and standalone modules, including social business, environmental science, and civic engagement through experiential learning. 2) Student-Led Social Impact Initiatives Supporting grassroots projects such as RISE (Refugee Integration through Support and Education), which promote inclusivity, equity, and community resilience aligned with SDGs 1, 2, 4, 10, and 17. 3) ESG and Sustainability Governance Through the ESG Centre, INTI drives university-wide sustainability strategies, including data reporting for QS Sustainability Rankings and advancing institutional EDI (Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) policies. 4) Regional and Global Collaboration Engaging in partnerships and exchanges across Southeast Asia and Africa under the INTI Global Educators Programme to promote climate literacy, education innovation, and SDG-based knowledge sharing. Community Size & Reach ~13,000 current students across four Malaysian campuses, supported by 1,000+ academic and professional staff, Alumni network of 86,000+ graduates since founding in 1986 INTI International University & Colleges . International diversity: welcomes students from over 71 countries, with around 4,256 international students; Sustainability & SDG-Focused Initiatives - Research Centres Driving ESG Impact, Sustainability educational and curriculum integration, Operational ESG Commitments & Campus as Living Lab

  • King's College London

    King’s has been ranked in the top 2% of global universities and 6th in the UK in recognition of the University’s environmental and social impact. The University has also achieved first in the world for SDG 12 on Responsible Consumption and Production. Times Higher Education Impact Rankings are the only global performance tables that assess universities against the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. The SDGs are a set of 17 goals approved by the 193 member states of the UN which aim to transform the world by 2030. The 2024 Impact Rankings is the sixth edition and comprised 2,152 universities from 125 countries and regions. King’s ranked in the top 40 globally in 7 SDG categories: Gender Equality (SDG 5), Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8), Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10), Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11), Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12), Climate Action (SDG 13) and Life on Land (SDG 15). King’s position as the number one university in the world for SDG 12, Responsible Consumption and Production, recognises the efforts made by the entire King’s community to make the University more sustainable and reflects the strength of our commitments on Sustainable Food, Socially Responsible Procurement and Waste & Resources Management. Activities at King’s relevant to SDG 12 include: The new Centre for Sustainable Business brings together researchers, industry, the public sector and civil society to provide insights into what businesses need to do to transition to socially and environmentally sustainable practices. Sustainable consumption is one of the research themes. Academics in the King’s Business School Marketing research group are focusing on consumer ethics and loyalty, tackling paradoxes between consumerism and sustainability. The new Net Zero Centre at King’s is supporting decarbonisation for society, including designing and developing processes and products to reduce and reuse waste and minimise environmental impact from new designs to retrofitting. The University applies the waste hierarchy of 'Prevent, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Recovery, Disposal', working with our procurement team and suppliers to prevent and reduce waste, and has adopted a zero waste to landfill policy. King's Food initiatives aim to reduce food waste generated on campus, for which they received a Public Sector Catering Award in April 2024. Examples include a 50@50 scheme that sells food that is about to go out of date at a 50% discount 50 minutes before closing; food is placed on the Too Good To Go app to ensure it is not wasted at the end of the day; and a Love Your Leftovers campaign. All staff are encouraged to consider using Warp It, a furniture re-use platform internal to King's before purchasing any new item of furniture. King’s was founded in 1829 and is made up of five campuses across London. We have more than 34,000 students and over 185,000 alumni from all over the world and have 14 Nobel Laureates.

  • University of Porto

    University of Porto has more than 300 degree awarding programmes, some of them focusing In Sustainability such as Bachelor, Master and PhD in Environmental Sciences and Technology, Bachelor in Forest Engineering and Biotechnology, Bachelor and Master In Mining and Geo-Environmental Engineering; Master and PhD In Environmental Economics and Management; Master In Environmental Engineering; Master In Sustainable Design, Construction and Management of the Built Environment and PhD In Sustainable Chemistry, among others. University of Porto Is also focused In producing high quality research In Sustainability areas having some Research Centres dedicated to these topics such as: GreenUPorto – Research Centre on Sustainable Agri-food https://www.fc.up.pt/GreenUPorto/en/; CIBIO - Biodiversity and genetic resources Research Center - Sustainability, Ecosystems & the Environment Research Group - https://www.cibio.up.pt/en/groups/ ; INESC TEC - Laboratory of Smart Grids and Electric Vehicles - https://www.inesctec.pt/en/laboratories/laboratory-of-smart-grids-and-electric-vehicles; CIIMAR - Interdisciplinary Centre of Marine and Environmental Research CIIMAR - https://www.ciimar.up.pt ; among others

  • Asian Institute of Technology

    AIT's Net Zero Campus: A Leap Towards Carbon Neutrality. In 2003, AIT collaborated with the Thai Government’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment to create the Queen Sirikit Arboretum and Botanical Garden. Climate change, our paramount challenge, led to global commitments like the Paris Agreement, COP26, and COP27. AIT’s responded to the immediate need by committing to foster an all-encompassing botanical garden campus, combating both climate change and biodiversity loss. AIT envisions achieving Net Zero status by 2030, with reference to an institute-wide campus plan concept note endorsed by the AIT Executive Committee on 19 Dec 2022 and by the Board of Trustees of AIT, highlighting its commitment to sustainability. By integrating the project with its earlier campus plans, AIT takes a significant step forward with a pledge toward 100% renewable energy and exemplifying how institutions can proactively contribute to a healthier planet. AIT Sustainability Policy Statement As per the AA-1-2-9 “AIT Sustainability Policy”, published on 8 Dec 2021 AIT’s vision and definition of sustainability encompasses fostering a transition towards sustainability while reflecting a balance of economic, environmental, and socially responsible values through education, knowledge generation, translating knowledge into practice, and practicing those sustainability ideals in its day-to-day and strategic operations. Therefore, AIT’s goals are to become a living laboratory of low carbon, resource recycling, 100% renewable energy powered, green, and environmentally friendly educational hub and practice them. This considers not only what goes in AIT but also its sustainability footprints elsewhere. To operationalize these vision and goals, AIT’s sustainability policy elaborated here provides a set of rules and guidance to integrate sustainability principles in its academic, research, administration, campus development, and engagement with stakeholders. more than 1700 students and more than 550 faculty and staff

  • Oceania Polytechnic and Technological University

    Oceania Polytechnic and Technological University (OPTU) integrates Higher Education for Sustainable Development (HESD) through a holistic approach that combines sustainability-focused curricula, inclusive and fully online learning, and applied research that addresses real-world challenges, particularly in the Pacific Island context. Committed to SDG 4 and lifelong learning, OPTU promotes equitable access to education while fostering innovation in areas such as climate resilience, digital inclusion, and renewable technologies. Through strategic partnerships, community engagement, and sustainable institutional practices—including paperless operations and green digital systems—the university empowers learners and communities to become agents of sustainable development locally and globally.

  • University of America Curacao

    higher education for sustainable development, sustainable environmental and Energy education 2000

  • Universiti Brunei Darussalam

    Curriculum integration, research and innovation, campus as Living Lab, community engagement, Institutional commitment

  • University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education

    Indigenous Consciousness Education Research methods and practice. SDGs 4, 10, 11, 16

  • Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology

    The ESG Executive role at TAR UMT focuses on advancing the university’s sustainable development agenda in alignment with its 10-year roadmap and Net Zero Carbon Commitment plan. This includes embedding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into campus operations, academic activities, and community outreach. Key responsibilities cover the development and monitoring of sustainability action plans aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and the collection and analysis of water, energy, and waste data to serve as a reference and guideline for measuring progress towards the university’s net zero carbon emissions target. The role also encompasses coordinating initiatives in waste reduction, energy efficiency, water conservation, and green transportation, as well as leading campus-wide awareness programmes. Additionally, it involves facilitating partnerships with industry, NGOs, and government agencies for ESG-related training, projects, and certifications, and supporting research and the adoption of best practices in green building, carbon management, and circular economy initiatives. TAR UMT serves a diverse academic community of about 33,400 students across multiple campuses in Malaysia, supported by more than 1,000 academic and administrative staff. The institution’s sustainability agenda is guided by a 10-year roadmap and a Net Zero Carbon Commitment plan, ensuring a long-term and measurable approach to sustainable development. A dedicated Sustainability Taskforce, comprising 12 members from various faculties and departments, oversees the integration of ESG principles and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across all institutional activities. The focus encompasses embedding sustainability into education and research, implementing campus-wide initiatives on resource efficiency and carbon reduction, fostering innovation in green technology and sustainable construction, and strengthening partnerships with industry, government, and civil society to accelerate the transition towards a low-carbon, inclusive, and resilient university.

  • SEGi University

    Achieving sustainability in teaching/learning, research and community contribution. A public listed group of companies consisting of 1 university, 5 colleges and 3 K-12 schools. More than 10,000 student population. Reduction of Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions.

  • Seikei University
  • Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research (DU)

    Institution Developmental Plan (IDP) is aligned to developmental indicators of SDG 3, SDG4, SDG 5,SDG 7, SDG 9 and SDG 17 DMIHER is recognized by National Medical Commission as Nodal centre for National Faculty Development for 64 Medical Schools in India. Hence we represent 64 Medical Schools of the country.

  • Imperial College London

    Centre for Environmental Policy, Imperial College London University department focused on sustainable development education, training and capacity-building. 23,000 students and 8,000 staff

  • University of Havana

    Environmental Education The environmental network comprises around 400 members, 15 institutions.

  • University of St.Gallen

    Sustainability in Academia (University of St.Gallen) - We provide a digital resource hub with HighEd open teaching materials for business educators

  • Universiti Sains Malaysia

    At Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), our research in Management Sciences is driven by a strong commitment to addressing urgent environmental challenges through science, innovation, and sustainable solutions. Our work spans a wide range of areas, including pollution control, waste management, water and air quality, renewable energy, climate change adaptation, and environmental monitoring technologies. By combining scientific research with engineering and policy insights, we aim to develop practical strategies and technologies that support environmental protection, efficient resource use, and long-term sustainability. In addition to this, my research focuses on organizational resilience and the performance of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This area of study explores how SMEs can better withstand disruptions, adapt to change, and sustain growth, especially in the face of environmental, economic, and social challenges. Strengthening resilience at the organizational level is crucial to building more adaptive, sustainable communities and economies. Together, these research efforts reflect USM’s broader mission to contribute meaningfully to global sustainability. Through strong partnerships with industry, government agencies, and local communities, our work continues to inform policy, guide best practices, and support a cleaner, healthier, and more resilient future. We are a public university, with enrollment exceeding 34,000 students across various programs. We have already been nominated as 14th in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2025! USM continues to excel in advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

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