What is GreenMetric? – Mersin University GreenMetric

What is GreenMetric?

UI GreenMetric World University Ranking is a ranking system that assesses the sustainability performance of universities around the world. Established in 2010 by Universitas Indonesia, the ranking aims to evaluate universities’ environmentally friendly practices and sustainable campus management.

Main Categories Covered by UI GreenMetric:

  1. Setting and Infrastructure:
    • The green spaces, buildings, and sustainable infrastructure of the university.
  2. Energy and Climate Change:
    • The university’s energy efficiency, use of renewable energy, and efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
  3. Waste Management:
    • Recycling, waste reduction programs, and zero-waste goals.
  4. Water Management:
    • Water conservation, recycling systems, and sustainable water resource use.
  5. Transportation:
    • Sustainable transportation practices, such as public transportation, bike paths, and electric vehicles, aimed at reducing carbon emissions.
  6. Education and Research:
    • Courses, research, and projects related to sustainability offered by the university.

Purpose of GreenMetric:

  1. To promote environmental sustainability policies and practices at universities.
  2. To encourage universities to develop environmentally friendly infrastructure and policies.
  3. To increase sustainability awareness among global universities and share best practices.

    By collecting data in these categories, UI GreenMetric ranks universities, helping to promote and encourage environmentally responsible practices across campuses worldwide.