Clemson University
Green Education Ranking
#655
About Clemson University
Established in 1889, Clemson University in Clemson, South Carolina, stands as a public land-grant research-intensive institution with a rich military heritage. Spread across 1,400 acres in the picturesque foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and along the shoreline of Lake Hartwell, Clemson attracts students seeking rigorous academics, robust research opportunities, a strong community ethos, and spirited school pride. Offering over 80 undergraduate and 130 graduate programs across seven colleges, Clemson is accredited to grant bachelor’s, master’s, specialist, and doctoral degrees by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Renowned for its exceptional teaching and commitment to student success, Clemson fosters a dynamic learning environment where faculty engage with students and employ innovative teaching methods. Graduate education at Clemson emphasizes the teacher-scholar-professional model, enabling students to hone their teaching and research skills alongside esteemed faculty while benefiting from the comprehensive GRAD 360° professional development program. Encouraging global perspectives, Clemson encourages study abroad experiences across six continents, complementing academic pursuits with real-world skills development. Committed to public service, Clemson students contribute over 100,000 service hours annually, embodying the university's dedication to community engagement. Beyond academics, students can explore a diverse array of extracurricular activities, including over 500 campus clubs and organizations, intramural sports, performing arts, and NCAA intercollegiate varsity sports, fostering a vibrant campus life and fostering well-rounded individuals.
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% |