York University
Green Education Ranking
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About York University
York University is renowned as a leading international institution for teaching and research, dedicated to driving positive change. With a vibrant and diverse community offering a global perspective, York is committed to preparing students for their future careers and personal achievements. With one of the largest and most diverse student populations in Canada, York hosts over 54,500 students from 172 countries. Alongside our extensive alumni network of over 370,000 individuals and esteemed faculty members, we collaborate with more than 323 university, industry, and NGO partners to address pressing global challenges. With campuses located in the Toronto area, including Keele, bilingual Glendon, and the upcoming Markham campus (set to open in spring 2024), as well as international campuses in Hyderabad, India, and Costa Rica, York University remains committed to innovation and excellence across various fields of study.
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% |