De La Salle University-Dasmariñas (DLSU-D) has made a remarkable ascent in the Universitas Indonesia GreenMetric World University Ranking (UI GreenMetric WUR) 2023, positioning itself as a leader among 22 Philippine universities featured in this prestigious green campus and environmental sustainability listing.
Elevating its standing, DLSU-D, located in Cavite province, surged 44 places to rank 230th globally, a significant jump from the 274th spot in the previous year. This marks DLSU-D’s 11th consecutive year as the most sustainable campus in the Philippines, showcasing its unwavering commitment to environmental excellence.
Notably, DLSU-D is now a mere 160 points away from entering the Top 100 universities in Asia, illustrating its growing influence and commitment to sustainable campus operations.
The 2023 edition of UI GreenMetric WUR saw a doubling in the number of participating Philippine universities, from 10 to 22, indicating a growing focus on sustainability across the nation’s higher education landscape. This year’s list includes 15 state universities and 7 private institutions, reflecting a diverse and comprehensive approach to sustainability in education.
Leading the world in sustainable university operations is Wageningen University & Research, Netherlands. The Philippines proudly positions its 22 universities alongside the world’s 1,183 most sustainable institutions, demonstrating significant strides in environmental stewardship.
The Philippines’ Most Sustainable Universities:
- De La Salle University-Dasmariñas
- Mariano Marcos State University
- Batangas State University
- De La Salle University Manila
- University of Northern Philippines
- Samar State University
- Tarlac Agricultural University
- Catanduanes State University
- Bukidnon State University
- West Visayas State University
- Xavier University Ateneo De Cagayan
- Saint Louis University
- Bulacan State University
- Ateneo de Davao University
- Bataan Peninsula State University
- Mindanao State University Iligan Institute of Technology
- Manila Central University
- Panpacific University
- Central Philippines State University
- Central Bicol State University of Agriculture
- Ifugao State University
- University of Eastern Philippines
Ranking Insights:
Revealed at the prestigious Waldorf Astoria, Dubai Palm Jumeirah on December 5, the 2023 UI GreenMetric rankings reflect a comprehensive assessment of university sustainability. Criteria include campus size, zoning profile, green space, electricity consumption, and six key sustainability indicators: setting and infrastructure, energy and climate change, waste, water, transportation, and education and research. These elements collectively gauge a university’s dedication to environmental sustainability.
Here are the Philippines’ scores across the 6 criteria on the UI GreenMetric 2023:
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DLSU-D has been recognized internationally for its sustainability efforts on campus, including the Green Gown Top 3 Sustainability Institution of the Year. The Lasallian educational institution in the Philippines is also part of the United Nations Race to Zero Carbon World campaign to rally leadership and action in the education sector towards a net-zero carbon footprint.
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