University of Glasgow
Green Education Ranking
#60
About University of Glasgow
The University of Glasgow, founded in 1451, has been a driving force of change globally. As a member of the esteemed Russell Group and a top 100 university worldwide, its contributions to academia and society are profound. Recognized as the Scottish University of the Year by The Times & Sunday Times in 2023, it has earned the prestigious Queen’s Anniversary Prize six times. Embracing its role as a global institution, Glasgow collaborates with partners worldwide, tackling real-world challenges and advancing solutions. A founding member of Universitas 21 and The Guild of European Research Intensive Universities, Glasgow is committed to addressing pressing global issues, aligning its efforts with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. Demonstrating its commitment to sustainability, Glasgow aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030 and divest from fossil fuels by 2024, marking it as the first European university to do so. Upholding the value of equitable education access, Glasgow has a longstanding tradition of supporting talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, earning recognition as a University of Sanctuary for its inclusive environment for refugees and asylum seekers. Nurturing a positive and collaborative research culture, Glasgow provides comprehensive support to researchers through its award-winning development programs and 15 centers for doctoral training, fostering innovation and excellence in 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% |