Vanderbilt University
Green Education Ranking
#115
About Vanderbilt University
Vanderbilt University, since its founding in 1873 as an institution dedicated to "strengthening the ties which should exist between all sections of our common country," has cultivated a tradition of academic excellence imbued with a unique ethos of collaboration and collegiality. At the heart of its mission is the commitment to elevate humanity by pushing the boundaries of discovery, fostering innovation, and tirelessly serving others. Situated amidst the vibrant landscape of Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt's closely-knit, park-like campus serves as a tangible expression of the enduring unity that defines the One Vanderbilt 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% |