Utah State University
Green Education Ranking
#636
About Utah State University
Founded in 1888 as Utah's sole land grant university, Utah State University (USU) stands as a distinguished research institution nestled in the northern town of Logan. Situated amidst the scenic landscapes of northern Utah, USU experiences warm, dry summers and cold, snowy winters, approximately eighty miles from the bustling city of Salt Lake City. USU's undergraduate education spans eight colleges, including Arts, Agriculture, Engineering, Humanities, Science, Education, and Natural Resources. The Graduate School offers a comprehensive array of courses across various fields, including specialized programs such as accounting and human resources at the renowned Huntsman School of Business. Known as the Aggies, USU's athletics teams compete in NCAA Division I across a diverse range of sports, with the football team hosting games at the Maverik Stadium, accommodating up to 22,000 spectators. Additionally, USU boasts a vibrant campus life with over 200 clubs and organizations catering to students' diverse interests. Steeped in history, the iconic Old Main building, constructed in 1890, serves as the university's oldest academic institute and houses the esteemed USU Museum of Anthropology, showcasing collections ranging from the American West to prehistoric artifacts and cultural treasures. USU's longstanding tradition of excellence extends to its culinary offerings, with the beloved Aggie ice cream churned fresh at the university's creamery. Complementing its academic pursuits, USU is home to various media outlets, including the student newspaper The Statesman, Aggie Television, and student radio station KUSU, enriching the university experience for students and fostering a vibrant campus community.
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% |