Global Universities and Colleges for the Climate

Global Universities and Colleges for the Climate

The Global Universities and Colleges for the Climate is a letter from networks and further/ higher education institutions showcasing their commitments towards the attainment of the UN’s SDG 4 (Education) and 13 (Climate Change). The letter asks presidents and...
University of Tasmania

University of Tasmania

In 2016, the University of Tasmania became the second university in Australia to be awarded a carbon neutral certification Their process of achieving this goal included measuring and reducing emissions wherever possible, offsetting leftover emissions with a specific...
University of British Colombia

University of British Colombia

The University of British Columbia received a #1 ranking by Times Higher Education for their climate action plan, which sets a target of 67% emissions reduction by 2020 and ultimately 100% reduction by 2050. UBC has also committed to supporting research on climate...
American University

American University

In 2018, American University became the first higher education institution to achieve a carbon neutral certification in the US. By buying renewable energy credits, reducing electricity use by 20%, and building LEED Gold-certified buildings, American was able to...
The Climate Leadership Network

The Climate Leadership Network

The Climate Leadership Network is comprised of colleges and universities in nearly all fifty states and the District of Columbia of the United States who are taking action on climate change and preparing students through research and education to solve the challenges...