Oregon State University
Green Education Ranking
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About Oregon State University
Oregon State University is an international public research university that works to address global issues like climate change, health and wellness, food supply, renewable energy and advanced technology in one of the safest, smartest and greenest small cities in the nation. Reflecting its strong focus on research and innovation, Oregon State University is one of only three US universities to have been awarded all four land grants – Land, Sea, Space and Sun. The university has also been named a top research institution by the Carnegie Foundation, and awarded the much sought-after Community Engagement classification. Oregon State University offers over 200 undergraduate and 80 graduate degree programs, including more than 30 online courses, in a wide range of fields. With more than 30,000 students enrolled, there are over 100 nationalities represented on campus, as well as students from across the US.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Green Educational Leadership | 14% |
| 2 | Green Curriculum | 17% |
| 3 | Green Innovation and Research | 19% |
| 4 | Green Facilities | 15% |
| 5 | Green Human Capital | 19% |
| 6 | Green Communities | 16% |
| Total | 100% |