- 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
- Dhofar University
Dhofar University, through its Centre for Sustainability, is committed to advancing the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by embedding sustainability into education, research, operations, and community engagement. The University has adopted several key policies to guide its sustainability journey, including: • Policy for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) • Energy and Water Conservation Policy • Transportation Policy • Non-Discrimination, Harassment, and Modern Slavery Policy In addition, DU has developed a strategic plan for sustainability, established an Advisory Committee with representatives from each college, and is preparing a Climate Action Policy aligned with the SDGs, particularly: - SDG 4 (Quality Education), - SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), and - SDG 13 (Climate Action). We aim to: • Integrate sustainability across curricula and research. • Implement awareness programs for students, staff, and the wider community. • Strengthen partnerships with government and civil society to address regional sustainability challenges. • Reduce the environmental footprint of campus operations. By joining HESI, Dhofar University seeks to share best practices, learn from international peers, and contribute actively to the global advancement of higher education for sustainable development. Dhofar University serves over 7,000 students across multiple colleges, with programs spanning arts, sciences, engineering, business, medicine and law. The University is deeply engaged with the wider Dhofar community and partners with regional stakeholders to advance sustainability initiatives. Areas of Engagement: • Curriculum integration • Research for sustainable development • Campus sustainability • Partnerships & community engagement • Climate action initiatives Dhofar University is eager to contribute to HESI’s community, participate in global dialogues, and showcase its sustainability practices through reports, events, and collaborative projects.
- Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi
Sustainability is one of 5 pillars in Sorbonne Abu Dhabi's 2024 2028 srategic plan. The university is working towards achieving sustainable goals aligning with the UAE's vision, and the UN SDGs. 1400+ students
- Academy of the State Customs Committee of the Republic of Azerbaijan (ASCCA)
The Academy of the State Customs Committee of the Republic of Azerbaijan (ASCCA) is a public higher education institution established by presidential decree in 2012 and operational since 2014. As Azerbaijan’s only higher education and professional training institution dedicated to customs, ASCCA uniquely combines academic education, vocational excellence, public sector training, and international cooperation under one structure. It offers accredited undergraduate and graduate programs in disciplines such as International Trade and Logistics, Law, Economics, Customs Administration, and Information Security, while also functioning as the World Customs Organization (WCO) Regional Training Center in Baku and the Regional Office of the International Network of Customs Universities (INCU). ASCCA is a member of the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) and a signatory to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Management Education (UN PRME), reaffirming its commitment to global values and sustainability. In 2025, the Academy earned the European Training Foundation’s “Commitment to Vocational Excellence” certificate after completing the ISATCOVE self-assessment, which laid the foundation for its Strategic Development Plan 2025–2030. As a forward-looking institution, ASCCA’s academic and institutional strategies are aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially SDGs 4, 9, 16, and 17. Our focus on higher education for sustainable development is both curricular and institutional. Academically, we integrate sustainability, ethical governance, and green trade facilitation into degree programs and professional training, especially in fields like customs modernization and digital transformation. ASCCA actively promotes knowledge and practices related to environmentally responsible border management, green logistics, and the digitalization of customs processes—critical areas for reducing the environmental and procedural footprint of global trade. Institutionally, we apply sustainability frameworks such as the P5 Standard for Green Project Management to guide project-based learning and policy design. Internationally, ASCCA participates in Erasmus+, ETF ENE, and Skillman Voice networks to advance inclusive and responsible customs education across borders. Through these commitments, ASCCA serves as a national and regional driver of sustainable development in the public service sector, preparing learners not only to be skilled professionals, but also ethical leaders in line with the 2030 Agenda. As a specialized public higher education institution, the Academy of the State Customs Committee of the Republic of Azerbaijan (ASCCA) currently serves approximately 600 students enrolled in full-time undergraduate and graduate programs, alongside several hundred customs officers and public sector professionals engaged annually in vocational training, executive education, and lifelong learning programs. Our membership comprises: Undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in fields such as International Trade and Logistics, Law, Economics, Customs Administration, and Information Security; Customs professionals and public officials attending in-service, pre-service, and executive-level training, primarily from the State Customs Committee of Azerbaijan; Academic and administrative staff involved in teaching, research, international cooperation, and capacity building. ASCCA’s institutional focus lies at the intersection of customs education, public governance, trade facilitation, and sustainable development. As the World Customs Organization Regional Training Center (WCO RTC) and the Regional Office of the International Network of Customs Universities (INCU), we prioritize responsible governance, institutional innovation, green trade systems, and international collaboration. In line with our commitment to the UN PRME and UNAI principles, we embed sustainability, ethics, and global engagement into all dimensions of our work.
- Ibn Haldun University
Ibn Haldun University is a social science based university, focusing on diversity and inclusion. The Ibn Haldun Campus is a green campus, as it aims to reduce the carbon footprint and to develop sustainable solutions for the campus life, including but not limited to renewable energy and rainwater harvesting.
- Hult International Business School
Hult International Business School offers undergraduate and postgraduate management degrees, and executive education and leadership development, from campuses in Boston USA, London & Ashridge UK, and Dubai UAE. The Hult Sustainability Impact Lab draws together faculty at Hult leading research on Business and SDGs themes, including Education for Sustainable Development and Responsible Management Education. It also leads a program of work to embed ESD and RME themes into all courses across all degree programs offered by the school.
- Zaytoonah International University
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- Lebanese American University
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- Modern College of Business and Science
- İstanbul University Cerrahpaşa
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