Beijing Forestry University

About Beijing Forestry University

Beijing Forestry University (BFU), a national key university, boasts a comprehensive array of programs spanning agronomy, science, engineering, management, economics, law, philosophy, education, and arts. Renowned for its expertise in biology and ecology, BFU takes pride in its specialized disciplines such as forestry, landscape architecture, forestry engineering, grass science, and agro-economic management. With a vision focused on "Championship in Earth Stewardship, Leadership in Forestry Education," BFU is committed to enhancing the natural beauty of China's landscapes. Over its six-decade history, BFU has produced over 200,000 graduates, including 16 academicians of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Chinese Academy of Engineering, who have made significant contributions to China's ecological and forestry advancements. Recognized by the Academic Degrees Committee of the State Council and the Ministry of Education for its academic autonomy, BFU offers a range of doctoral and master's programs and is distinguished by its top-tier disciplines in forestry and landscape architecture. As of 2019, BFU ranks among the top 1% globally in seven of its disciplines according to the Essential Science Indicators (ESI).

About World Green University Ranking

World Green University Ranking 2024 is a scholarly acknowledgment of educational institutions standing at the forefront of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) and leading the Green Education Transformation (Education 6.0).
World Green University Ranking classifies universities based on the six pillars of the Holistic Green Education Framework, including leadership governance, curriculum, innovation, facilities, human capital, and community partnerships.

The methodology employed in our Green Education Ranking is designed relying on the six pillars of the Holistic Green Education Framework. Each pillar contributes to the institution’s overall score, with a carefully assigned weight reflecting its significance in fostering sustainability. The total weight of the six pillars collectively amounts to 100%, signifying a balanced evaluation across critical dimensions of Green Education. Within each pillar, various standards are carefully assessed, with weights ranging between 1 and 2, emphasizing the varying importance of each criterion. This nuanced approach ensures a holistic evaluation and offers an insightful measure of universities commitment to Green Education Transformation (Education 6.0).

#Six Pillars of Green Education Framework (6Gs).Weight
1Green Educational Leadership14%
2Green Curriculum17%
3Green Innovation and Research19%
4Green Facilities15%
5Green Human Capital19%
6Green Communities16%
Total100%

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