Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology

About Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology

Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), a renowned institution at the forefront of scientific and technological innovation, is proud to collaborate with global leaders in academia and industry. Among its esteemed partners stands a global and progressive business, founded on a heritage of trusted and respected brands—such as Springer, established in 1842; Macmillan, founded in 1843; and Nature, first published in 1869. Together, they embark on nearly two centuries of progress and advancement in science and education, shaping their collective identity. Research and learning serve as the cornerstone of their collaborative efforts, with a steadfast commitment to opening doors to discovery through trusted brands and innovative products and services. Springer Nature Group, formed in May 2015 through the amalgamation of Nature Publishing Group, Macmillan Education, and Springer Science+Business Media, stands as a testament to this dedication to scholarly advancement. The main shareholders of this collaborative enterprise, Holtzbrinck Publishing Group and BC Partners, wield significant influence in its trajectory. Holtzbrinck, a family-owned company headquartered in Stuttgart, maintains a majority share of 53 percent, highlighting its substantial role in guiding the organization's direction and operations towards greater heights of excellence.

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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