Technical University Darmstadt

About Technical University Darmstadt

The Technical University of Darmstadt is renowned for its excellence in relevant scientific endeavors. Global transformations, ranging from the energy transition to Industry 4.0 and artificial intelligence, present significant challenges. The university plays a pivotal role in shaping these profound processes of change through exceptional insights and forward-thinking educational opportunities. Established in 1877, the university has consistently ranked among Germany's most internationally oriented institutions. As a European technical university, it upholds European values and advocates for European integration. Situated in the metropolitan region of Frankfurt-Rhine-Main, the university collaborates with partners in the Alliance of Rhine-Main Universities to further develop this globally attractive hub for scientific endeavors. Research at the university is concentrated in three key fields: Energy and Environment, Information and Intelligence, and Matter and Materials. Interdisciplinary collaboration, spanning engineering, natural sciences, humanities, and social sciences, is central to the university's approach. Through robust engagement with society, business, and politics, the university fosters productive interactions. This collaborative approach facilitates sustainable development on a global scale, driving effective progress over the long term.

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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