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Concordia University
Can cities become truly sustainable Net Zero spaces?
The world's big cities are experiencing unprecedented growth. As populations swell, targets to decarbonise are imperative. But are truly sustainable urban spaces possible? A research team from Concordia University in Canada is formulating a framework for North America’s first Net Zero City.
University of Regina
Universities reflecting the world we want to live in
"The University shouldn’t reflect the world we live in, it should reflect the world we want to live in."" At the University of Regina, the ethos is helping communities, inclusivity and its commitment to sustainability: values which are instilled in the students, alumni and faculty staff alike.
University of California, San Diego
Getting ahead of extreme weather
In the face of climate change, universities are making sure that communities - local and global - know what to expect. The University of California, San Diego is using a multidisciplinary approach - and cutting-edge technology - to help people predict extreme weather patterns.
CETYS University
Finding better climate-friendly solutions
It's not always easy to change people’s habits, so CETYS University in Mexico is working to change the system - making climate-friendly solutions more accessible and cost-effective for everyone. Students are using technology to promote green engineering, sustainable water management and renewable energy sources.
University of Arizona
Researching the future for Earth and space
Ambition and cutting-edge research put the University of Arizona at the heart of space exploration more than 50 years ago. Armed with the same tools, the university is breaking new ground in climate research by replicating and experimenting on different environments, from ocean to rainforest. And as its involvement in the OSIRIS-Rex project shows, the university continues to strive to understand the world better – on Earth or beyond.
Tecnológico de Monterrey
Bringing business to local communities
How can universities empower the communities around them? Tecnológico de Monterrey in Mexico has been working with local indigenous groups to create sustainable business opportunities - through tourism.
Georgia College and State University
A liberal arts education to rise to the challenges of today
A liberal arts education is the foundation from which students at Georgia College in the United States are gaining skills to meet the challenges of today and beyond. ‘Active learning’ in the community; being mentored by leading female role models in the field of STEM and a focus on diversity and inclusive excellence is preparing students to become global citizens.
University of the West Indies
Managing the sargassum threat in the Caribbean
Unprecedented amounts of sargassum seaweed washing up on Caribbean shores is one of the menacing effects of climate change; destroying not just beaches, but damaging the livelihoods of the local hospitality and fisheries sectors, while affecting human health and the environment. The University of the West Indies is taking action, helping its communities to promote sustainable management.
University of Costa Rica
Working to help snakebite victims globally
Snakebites kill or injure 500,000 people every year, with rural areas in developing countries most at risk. Scientists at the University of Costa Rica’s Clodomiro Picado Institute are developing ground-breaking anti-venom serums – and distributing them to those who need them.
NCAA Jobs
Leadership in the NCAA - past, present, and future
The NCAA has a strong history of producing leaders – boasting over 350 institutions of higher ed, producing countless leaders. The NCAA is one of the most prestigious organizations in North America - its and athletes students have gone on to shape the economic, legal, and cultural future.
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NUI Galway
Air quality insight from Galway to the world
Mace Head is a unique atmospheric research station. Situated on a remote headland along the coastline of Galway – it provides students and researchers at The National University of Ireland with a ground-breaking insight into air quality levels all around the world.
Regent's University London
Nurturing budding entrepreneurs to graduation and beyond
The entrepreneurial spirit flows through London's Regent's University. It's ambition is to develop changemakers who excel in their chosen careers, while maintaining the connection to the Regent's community, beyond graduation.
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Environment for Development Initiative
High rates of deforestation in Tanzania are threatening the country’s bee population, and putting the livelihoods of farmers at risk. The Environment for Development Initiative, an international project headquartered at the University of Gothenburg, is working to create a greater understanding of the value ecosystems provide – locally and globally.
Hanken School of Economics
Helping skilled refugees into work
What happens when you have to leave it all behind? Since the outbreak of the Syrian civil war, Finland has received tens of thousands of refugees. Hanken School of Economics and its partners are helping some the country's new residents get a job, faster
Mykolas Romeris University
From the constitution to pressing global challenges. The evolution of a Lithuanian university
You wouldn't expect a university to develop a country’s constitution, but when Lithuania gained independence in 1990, Mykolas Romeris University played a pivotal role in create the state legal system. How has the university evolved since then? And what role is it playing in dealing with the most pressing global challenges today?
Utrecht University
Water management research for the world’s deltas
55% of the Netherlands is threatened by water. Sea levels are rising - and at the same time, soil erosion is causing the land to sink. In the face of climate change, Utrecht University is leading the way when it comes to water management research – how can its work help delta nations worldwide?
ATHOR
Little known, but essential to the modern world. The science behind refractory materials
They are materials used to create the electrical parts of the objects we see as essential for daily life, such as phones, computers and cars. Refractory materials can withstand extremely hot temperatures in the manufacturing of steel. They are complex and require regular modification to cope with new and more demanding requirements in the steelmaking process. A global network of academia and industry is working to design robust and reliable refractory linings and at the same time, trying to make the process more environmentally friendly.
Universitat Oberta de Catalunya
Online education - access for all
What is distance learning, and how does it provide opportunity to those who might otherwise have missed out on higher education? The Universitat Oberta de Cataluyna showcases how online learning can offer a way to address the challenge of providing quality education for all.
Università Telematica Internazionale UNINETTUNO
Bringing together students of every background
Is e-learning the key to democratising and diversifying education? Representing 167 countries, UNINETTUNO students can study wherever and whenever they like - showcasing how the use of innovative technology combined with distance learning can bring people from all walks of life together.
Central European University
Towards more open, tolerant, international societies
CEU is one of the world’s leading social science institutions. Founded in 1991 after the collapse of communism in Hungary – the principles of academic freedom and internationalisation are at its core. How is CEU trying to create a more open and tolerant society, locally and beyond?
Cyprus International University
Learning sustainability, and spreading the lessons
Cyprus International University attracts students from all around the world, and those students are learning how to live sustainably – whether from the green campus, the on-site organic farm, or by educating local children in green best practices. Wherever the university’s alumni end up – however far from the campus – their experience and expertise will help their communities live sustainably too.
American University of Beirut
The role of universities in times of humanitarian crisis
In times of international crisis, universities have a crucial role to play. When more than a million Syrian refugees fled to Lebanon, in one of the worst humanitarian catastrophes in recorded history, the American University of Beirut responded, with education and support.
Technion – Israel Institute of Technology
Engineering the meat of the future
Could laboratory-grown meat be the future of sustainable farming? The Technion-Israel Institute of Technology is trying to find out, leading in the field with cutting-edge Tissue Engineering research. Could artificially cultivated meat be part of our diets sooner than we think?
Prince Mohammad bin Fahd University
Students at Prince Mohammad bin Fahd University in Saudi Arabia receive a modern education that prepares them for the modern world. They are empowered with the skills, ambition and opportunities needed to reach leadership positions in some of the world’s leading businesses – as proven by some recent alumni.
Effat University
Educating female leadership in Saudi Arabia
Amid a changing society, Effat University in Jeddah is preparing its female students for leadership. It encourages them to embrace a wealth of educational opportunities and a global outlook, without losing sight of the traditions and values in which the country is anchored.
United States International University - Africa
From small-scale farmers to entrepreneurial leaders in Kenya
Kenya's farming sector employs more than 70 percent of the country’s rural population. United States International University- Africa is working to to improve management and leadership among small-scale farmers, helping them become agricultural entrepreneurs.
University of South Africa
South Africa's new generation of leaders
It's an institution famous for producing leaders. Notable alumni of the University of South Africa include Presidents past and present, Nelson Mandela and Cyril Ramaphosa and anti-apartheid activist Desmond Tutu. But how is the university’s new generation shaping up? See how three of Unisa’s most recent alumni have benefited from its entrepreneurial leadership and find out what they’re bringing to their local communities.
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Kyoto University of Foreign Studies
Shaping global citizens for world peace
Going beyond education to produce students who are prepared for the global world. Kyoto University of Foreign Studies offers international immersion, from a six-week overseas community engagement, extra-curricular activities and languages. It wants students to cultivate a ‘global mindset’, with the hope they’ll go on to make a difference in the world.
University of Saint Joseph
Sustainable development at the heart of research
Sustainability is at the heart of Macau’s University of Saint Joseph science department. Its researchers and students are helping to save mangroves from depletion, investigating the impact pollution its having on the fish in the region, and educating local communities on their part in improving the sustainability of Macau.
Zhejiang University
Entrepreneurial leadership for new generation startups
Entrepreneurship and innovation lie at the heart of Zhejiang University. It’s one of China’s most prestigious and selective universities – with its alumni leading in the world of start-ups and tech vision. What’s the secret behind Zhejiang’s success?
Don Bosco University, Assam
Safer drinking water in Assam
Sourcing safe drinking water is an everyday hazard for people living in Assam, a rural state in northeastern India. High levels of pollution mean communities face the risk of contracting diseases such as cholera, malaria and jaundice. Assam Don Bosco University is using nanotechnology to change this for its neighbouring villages.
American International University-Bangladesh
Entrepreneurship and social impact for Bangladesh and beyond
In Dhaka, students at the American International University-Bangladesh are preparing for leading roles in the transformation of the country – and of the world. They benefit from an education that focuses on the practical and the technological, with students and alumni alike responsible for exciting innovations. Yet they also acknowledge a debt to wider society – one that’s repaid through a raft of social impact initiatives.
Griffith University
Adapting to ecological change
Climate change is causing increasing coastal erosion on Australia’s Gold Coast and neighbouring islands in the Pacific Ocean are also feeling the effects of global warming. Griffith University is helping communities adapt to the changing conditions.
University of Wollongong
An international education for University of Wollongong students
Every year, around 28,000 students at the University of Wollongong study abroad, from Australia, to Hong Kong, Malaysia and Dubai. What are the benefits of an international education?
