University of Plymouth
Green Education Ranking
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About University of Plymouth
The University of Plymouth is dedicated to providing practical, experiential learning that prepares students for success in the real world. Their dynamic student experience fosters personal growth and challenges, empowering students to become capable, confident, and adaptable global citizens. Guided by a mission to advance knowledge and transform lives through education and research, the University of Plymouth is recognized as a top 50 research university. Its excellence spans various disciplines, including marine science and engineering, medicine, robotics, and psychology. Renowned for research-informed teaching, the university is committed to delivering high-quality, professionally relevant education. Their dedication to teaching excellence is evident in numerous accolades, including 23 National Teaching Fellowships awarded since 2000 and recognition from the Higher Education Academy (HEA). Furthermore, the university's commitment to staff development is reflected in its position as the 15th nationally for the percentage of staff holding recognized teaching qualifications. As part of an ambitious Estates Strategy, the university is embarking on a period of significant campus development, with approximately £250 million earmarked for investment over the next decade. This initiative underscores the institution's commitment to providing cutting-edge facilities and resources to support its academic and research endeavors.
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% |