We are an university that has develop projects focused on the SDGs and, previously on the MDGs since 2007. We hava taken part of important events such as the UNCSD (Rio+20) in 2012. In 2018, the foundation that is the keeps of our university became an entity in special consultative status with the ECOSOC of the UN. Nowadays, we develop 28 projects of social responsibility focused on the SDGs advance. Those projects are taken action in the countryside of the Southernmost state of Brazil.

The University of Western Australia (UWA) integrates sustainability across its academic programs, research, and campus operations. It offers interdisciplinary degrees like the Bachelor of Social and Environmental Sustainability, combining social sciences and environmental studies to address complex sustainability challenges. UWA concentrates its research efforts on five key areas: clean energy transition and sustainable resources, health and biotechnology, frontier technologies, culture and heritage, and resilient environment and climate change, with research centers like the UWA Energy Centre and UWA Oceans Institute leading efforts. The university is also committed to sustainable campus operations, achieving energy carbon neutrality by 2025 and utilising tools like the Sustainable Campus Dashboard to monitor and improve environmental performance. The Group of Eight (Go8) comprises Australia’s leading research-intensive universities – the University of Melbourne, the Australian National University, the University of Sydney, the University of Queensland, the University of Western Australia, the University of Adelaide, Monash University and UNSW Sydney.

Integration of SDGs into the general education curriculum. Development of campus infrastructure to support the SDGs. Development of the campus strategic plan and master plan to support the SDGs. Student enrollment is 1300. City population is 35,000. Alumni base is 16,000.

Our focus in higher education for sustainable development centers around three key areas. First, we prioritize empowering students and staff by encouraging their active participation and leadership in sustainability initiatives, fostering a strong culture of engagement and responsibility. Second, we are committed to making campus operations more sustainable through efforts to reduce energy consumption, waste, and emissions, while also strengthening community engagement by building partnerships that promote sustainable practices beyond the campus. Finally, we emphasize integrating the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) across curricula to ensure that students gain the knowledge and skills needed to address real-world sustainability challenges. Together, these efforts aim to create an inclusive and impactful learning environment that drives positive change locally and globally. STI has over 120,000 students in our network of campuses which are geographically located within the Philippines

At INTI International University we prioritize a holistic approach to higher education for sustainable development, focusing on four key areas as committed and communicated in our official website for Sustainability. 1. Curriculum Integration – Embedding sustainability concepts across disciplines to nurture responsible, future-ready graduates. 2. Campus Operations – Advancing carbon reduction, renewable energy adoption, sustainable procurement, and zero-waste strategies. 3. Community and Industry Engagement – Empowering local communities through outreach projects, SDG partnerships, and inclusive education programs for underserved groups. 4. Research and Innovation – Promoting applied research in green technologies, circular economy models, and digital solutions for sustainability challenges. These pillars are guided by our Sustainability Policy 2030, aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and supported through the ESG Centre and Sustainability Action Council. INTI International University is part of the INTI Education Group, representing a large and diverse higher education community across Malaysia, with over 16,000 students from more than 70 countries. Our institutional focus includes academic excellence, innovation, industry engagement, and sustainability. We are proudly ranked World 516 in the QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2024, reflecting our commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and holistic ESG practices. Sustainability is embedded across curriculum, operations, research, and community outreach demonstrating our leadership in responsible higher education.

At Sumgayit State University (SSU), we are dedicated to advancing sustainable development through comprehensive educational, research, and community engagement initiatives. Our approach encompasses the following key areas: Educational Programs in Sustainability SSU offers specialized programs at both undergraduate and graduate levels to prepare students for careers in environmental sustainability: Undergraduate Programs: Environmental Engineering, Ecology, Graduate Programs: Environmental Protection Engineering and Efficient Use of Natural Resources. Sustainable Development Center In May 2024, SSU established the Sustainable Development Center to promote the application of sustainable development principles, conduct public education and information activities, expand industry-university relations, and implement various teaching, research, and projects. The center organizes events such as training sessions on Sustainable Development Goals for academic staff and international visits to institutions in Spain, Denmark, and Sweden . SSU's Strategic Development Plan (2020–2025) outlines seven main strategic directions, including: Becoming an educational institution offering high-quality educational services. Systematizing scientific-research work. Distinguishing the university through information activity and social projects. Strengthening the policy of training highly qualified personnel. International Collaboration on Climate Change SSU collaborates with the University of Oxford's Saïd Business School to host the Climate Management School. This program brings together professionals from academia and industry to discuss the environmental, economic, and social impacts of climate change. It includes training sessions on strategic action planning, sustainable business models, and the health impacts of climate change . Additionally, SSU supports the global competition "Climate Change Challenge," organized by Oxford University, aiming to involve young people and educators in developing practical solutions for major climate problems .

Uzbekistan has been actively integrating sustainable development goals (SDGs) into its higher education system, focusing on several key areas to align education with environmental, social, and economic priorities. Here are the main areas of focus: 1. Curriculum Development and Integration of SDGs Universities are revising and updating academic programs to incorporate sustainability principles. This includes environmental science, green technologies, climate change, water management, and renewable energy studies. 2. Research and Innovation for Sustainability Higher education institutions are encouraged to conduct research that addresses local and global sustainability challenges, including desertification, water resource management (especially related to the Aral Sea crisis), and sustainable agriculture. 3.Capacity Building for Educators and Policymakers Training programs are developed for university faculty and administrators to help them understand and implement education for sustainable development (ESD) principles effectively. 4.Promotion of Entrepreneurship and Green Economy Skills Higher education is placing more emphasis on developing practical, innovative skills in students—especially in areas such as green business, eco-tourism, and sustainable farming. “Our institution, the Research Institute for Environmental Protection Technologies, is a scientific organization affiliated with higher education. It includes a network of researchers, doctoral candidates, and specialists focused on environmental technologies and sustainability. The membership includes over 50 academic and technical staff contributing to national and international environmental research.

1.Integrating sustainability into curriculum 2. Encouraging multi-stakeholder partnerships 3. Promoting research and innovation for SDGs 4. Encouraging students' leadership and participation to achieve SDGs Indira University, Pune, India formerly known as Indira group of Institutes with over 30 years of experience has a dynamic educational ecosystem with 12 institutions, offering programs from kindergarten to doctorate levels. Key focus areas include: Management, Information Technology and Engineering, commerce and science, pharmacy and life sciences, mass communication.

Bryant University’s General Education Program is the cornerstone of a Bryant education. The Program welcomes our newest members into our scholarly community; sets the foundation for success inside and outside the classroom; and cultivates the qualities of character, resilience, teamwork, and leadership vital to career growth and membership in a healthy, democratic society. Using the lens of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) to engage with the problem of Social Impact, the General Education Program provides students with a range of coherent, interdisciplinary, and experiential opportunities to develop the cognitive, affective, and behavioral skills essential to making sense of the world and their ability to contribute to improving it. Students explore the challenges facing their communities and world through engagement with one or more of the 17 SDGs in different ways in each of the courses in the Program. After all the General Education courses have been completed, students take one final General Education course: • Capstone (GEN 390) : An experiential course (GEN 390) that integrates skills honed across the curriculum, understanding of the SDGs, and grasp of the innovation process to tackle a real-world problem in cooperation with a partner from the community or beyond.

At East-West University LLC, our focus on higher education for sustainable development is centered on integrating sustainability principles across academic programs, research initiatives, and community engagement. We are committed to preparing students to become responsible global citizens by promoting awareness and action on social, economic, and environmental challenges. Our key areas of focus include: 1. Curriculum Integration: Embedding sustainability-related topics into various disciplines, particularly in fields such as environmental sciences, public policy, and business. 2. Research and Innovation: Encouraging interdisciplinary research that addresses climate change, renewable energy, public health, and sustainable urban development. 3. Community Engagement: Partnering with local and international organizations to implement projects that promote sustainable practices and social responsibility. 4. Green Campus Initiatives: Promoting energy efficiency, waste reduction, and sustainable resource management on campus to lead by example. Through these efforts, East-West University strives to contribute meaningfully to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and foster long-term positive impact through education. East-West University LLC is a private institution with a focused and growing academic community. Our membership size includes approximately 300 enrolled students, supported by a dedicated team of 45 full-time and 100 part-time faculty and 30 administrative staff. Our primary focus is on delivering high-quality, globally relevant education with an emphasis on practical skills, academic excellence, and international collaboration. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and student-centered learning environment that prepares graduates to meet the evolving demands of a global workforce.

Curriculum Integration of SDGs, Institutional Governance and Leadership, Research and Innovation for SDGs, Community Engagement and Outreach, Partnerships and Global Collaboration, Monitoring and Evaluation UNNES SDGs Engagement Structure UNNES is home to a dedicated SDGs Center, embedded within the International Office. The SDGs Center involves multidisciplinary faculty members, student ambassadors, and researchers. BEM UNNES and student clubs focused on environmental and social sustainability. 1. Curriculum and Pedagogy SDGs have been integrated into the university curriculum, particularly in courses on civic education, environmental science, and teacher training. UNNES has developed local wisdom-based sustainability education, aligning with its identity as a Conservation Campus (Kampus Konservasi). 2. Research for Sustainability Research is focused on: Green economy and education Social inclusion Environmental preservation, including biodiversity in Central Java UNNES actively contributes SDG-aligned research output to national repositories and collaborative projects under the Ministry of Education and Culture. 3. Community-Based SDG Implementation UNNES runs KKN Tematik SDGs (Community Service Programs) that align student activities with local needs on health, education, renewable energy, and economic empowerment. Partnerships with local governments, such as Kota Semarang and Kabupaten Kendal, focus on implementing SDG action plans at the village level. 4. International Cooperation and SDG Diplomacy Through KUI, UNNES hosts global forums and joint projects with universities in ASEAN, Europe, and Japan, specifically in: Green campus policies Climate education Academic mobility for SDG capacity building 5. Digitalization and Knowledge Sharing UNNES has developed its own SDGs dashboard, integrated into internal reporting systems

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At Kyiv National Economic University named after Vadym Hetman (KNEU), our focus on higher education for sustainable development (HESD) is multifaceted and strategically aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). We prioritize inclusive, high-quality education that empowers students to be agents of change in a rapidly evolving world. Our key areas include: Curriculum Innovation: Integrating sustainability, climate resilience, digital transformation, and human rights into teaching across disciplines, particularly economics, law, management, and technology. Research and Applied Projects: Conducting interdisciplinary research on sustainability, such as access to legal aid for vulnerable groups, digital education, and the ethical use of artificial intelligence. These projects support SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities), SDG 13 (Climate Action), and SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions). Digital Platforms for Lifelong Learning: Initiatives like the Educator platform and Legal AI Conferences promote open, accessible, and entrepreneurial education, helping scale sustainable knowledge and global academic cooperation. University Governance and Engagement: Advancing the model of the entrepreneurial university, fostering student leadership, academic entrepreneurship, and partnerships with civil society to support community resilience and sustainable policymaking. 1500

Nuestras área de enfoque como escuela son: ECONOMIA CIRCULAR, INNOVACIÓN Y EMPRENDIMIENTO con características sostenibles. Proyectos de titulo con énfasis en las 3R y/o creación de productos que aporten al medio ambiente. Actividades de VcM con aporte sostenible. La comunidad estudiantil de AIEP es de 95,000 estudiantes. Esta institución cuenta con 25 sedes distribuidas a lo largo de Chile, desde Calama hasta Castro, y también ofrece educación a distancia en otros territorios.

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As a university in Nigeria, our focus on higher education for sustainable development is rooted in our founding vision, which from inception of the University has prioritised sustainability. The University has established a GREEN KASU initiative , where we promote energy efficiency and conservation across all university offices and have integrated sustainability into academic curricula across disciplines . We have also recently established a Faculty of Earth Sciences and Sustainability Studies to deepen research and education in this field. By joining the global academic community, we aim to collaborate, share knowledge, and contribute meaningfully to international efforts driving sustainable development. We look forward to joining the HESI in time to participat ein the HESI networking event this year. Kaduna State University has a student body of about 28000. It has 8 colleges, 16 Faculties and more than 50 departments across both Arts and Sciences.

• Promote research and innovation aligned with the 17 SDGs. • Create strategies and solutions to address sustainability challenges. • Foster partnerships for knowledge exchange and capacity building.

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Karpagam Academy of Higher Education (KAHE) in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, actively integrates sustainable development principles into its higher education framework. Through a combination of academic programs, research initiatives, community engagement, and institutional policies, KAHE fosters a culture of sustainability across various domains.