The University of Peradeniya proudly claims the top position in Sri Lanka, ranks 10th in South Asia, 101st in Asia, and 192nd globally in the prestigious UI GreenMetric World University Ranking 2024. With an impressive total score of 8,050 out of 10,000, the university has earned its place among the elite 309 Gold Cluster Universities. Notably, the University of Peradeniya has advanced by 87 positions globally compared to 2023, reflecting its unwavering commitment to sustainability and continuous improvement.
The UI GreenMetric World University Ranking evaluates institutions based on six key categories: Setting and Infrastructure (SI), Energy and Climate Change (EC), Waste (WS), Water (WR), Transport (TR), and Education (ED). The University of Peradeniya excelled in these categories, achieving 1300 in SI, 1550 in EC, 1125 in WS, 750 in WR, 1600 in TR, and 1725 in ED.
The Center for Environmental Sustainability (CES) at the University of Peradeniya played a pivotal role in this achievement by implementing sustainability practices and policies throughout the university. This showcases the university’s proactive efforts in environmental stewardship over the past three years.
The university extends its heartfelt gratitude to all stakeholders, including faculty, staff, students, and partners, for their invaluable contributions to this success. Their collective efforts have driven the university’s sustainability initiatives and achieved this prestigious recognition.
As the University of Peradeniya continues to lead by example in environmental sustainability, it remains committed to fostering a sustainable future for future generations. This accolade highlights the university’s achievements and inspires continued dedication to environmental responsibility and innovation.
For more details on the UI GreenMetric World University Ranking 2024, please visit UI GreenMetric Rankings 2024.
