GreenMetric 2025 Results Announced: IGU’s Success in Environment and Sustainability Continues

The results of the “UI GreenMetric World University Rankings 2025” have been announced. Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU), which draws attention with its environmental sustainability efforts, has achieved another significant success this year, continuing its upward trend from previous years. First included in the GreenMetric ranking in 2022, IGU increased its total score in 2025 and ranked 669th in the world. Evaluated among 1,547 universities in the overall ranking, IGU placed 71st in Türkiye and 14th among the foundation universities in Türkiye.

GreenMetric: A Global Benchmark in Sustainability

Launched in Indonesia in 2010, the GreenMetric World University Rankings evaluate universities worldwide based on their sustainability performance. The assessment is carried out across six main criteria: campus setting and infrastructure, energy and climate change, waste management, water resources, transportation, and education and research. It aims to increase environmental awareness and strengthen the culture of sustainability in higher education.
With this year’s results, Istanbul Gelisim University has once again demonstrated its determined steps in sustainability and its systematic efforts to reduce environmental impact.

Another Addition to International Achievements

Standing out on international platforms with its sustainability initiatives, Istanbul Gelisim University reinforces its success with various global evaluation results. The GreenMetric 2025 outcomes serve as a complementary milestone, enhancing IGU’s environmental policies and global competitiveness.

A Holistic Approach to Sustainability: IGU’s Vision of Environmental Responsibility

In alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, Istanbul Gelisim University continues its work in energy management, conservation of natural resources, reducing environmental harm, and accelerating green transformation on campus.

Certified with the “Zero Waste Certificate” awarded by the Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Change, IGU continues to strengthen its sustainability practices through campus-wide waste management systems.

“Sustainability Is Not a Choice; It Is a Requirement of University Governance Culture”

Following the announcement of the results, Istanbul Gelisim University Rector Prof. Bahri Şahin emphasized the role of sustainability in the university’s strategic vision with the following remarks:
“GreenMetric 2025 results are a strong reflection of the institutional vision our university has adopted in the field of environmental sustainability. Sustainability is no longer a factor that merely regulates campus life; it has become a fundamental approach that guides all academic and administrative processes from education to research, from energy management to community engagement projects.

As Istanbul Gelisim University, we carry out multidimensional activities in areas such as energy efficiency, rational use of resources, green area management, and environmental awareness education. This success is the result of the joint efforts of our academics, administrative staff, and students. We are committed to continuing our work in an even more comprehensive manner to ensure that the culture of sustainability becomes permanent at our university.”

Continuing Efforts for a Sustainable Future

With the GreenMetric 2025 results, Istanbul Gelisim University continues to advance its success as a higher education institution that centers environmental responsibility, strengthens sustainability policies, and enhances its international competitiveness. The university aims to further develop its multifaceted work in education, research, and community engagement in the coming years to support a sustainable future.