UI GreenMetric Hosts 11th Regional Information Session for Francophone Universities to Advance Sustainability in Higher Education

On May 29, 2026, UI GreenMetric successfully organized its 11th Regional Information Session, bringing together universities from French-speaking countries to discuss the advancement of sustainability in higher education institutions. Conducted with translation support to facilitate international participation, the session served as an important platform for universities to explore how sustainability principles can be integrated into governance, operations, education, research, and community engagement.

The event commenced with opening remarks delivered by Dr. Vishnu Juwono, S.E., M.I.A., Chairperson of UI GreenMetric. In his remarks, Dr. Vishnu emphasized the increasingly important role of higher education institutions in addressing global sustainability challenges. He highlighted how universities can serve as key drivers of sustainable development by embedding environmental, social, and governance considerations into their institutional strategies and daily operations.

The session was moderated by Anin Naimatul Kumala, S.Hum., Social Media Officer of UI GreenMetric, who guided participants throughout the program. To ensure effective communication and engagement among participants from various Francophone countries, translation assistance was provided by Caroline Andrea Windah, S.Hum., Executive Secretary Officer of UI GreenMetric.

The first presentation was delivered by Dr. Abellia Anggi Wardani, S.Hum., M.A., Vice-Chairperson of UI GreenMetric. Her presentation introduced participants to the vision, objectives, and methodology of UI GreenMetric, highlighting the role of sustainability rankings as a tool to support institutional transformation. She also explained how universities can utilize sustainability indicators to strengthen governance structures, improve operational performance, and foster collaboration among stakeholders while contributing to broader sustainable development goals.

The Question and Answer session was led by Rahmi, S.Hum., M.Sc., Ph.D., Manager of Operations, Data, and Service Development of UI GreenMetric. During the discussion, Rahmi provided participants with detailed insights into the technical aspects of the UI GreenMetric framework, including data collection processes, assessment indicators, and reporting mechanisms. The session emphasized the importance of accurate, transparent, and integrated data management in measuring sustainability performance and supporting evidence-based decision-making within higher education institutions.

The 11th Regional Information Session reflects UI GreenMetric’s ongoing commitment to expanding sustainability awareness and strengthening institutional capacity among universities worldwide. By facilitating knowledge sharing and international dialogue, particularly among Francophone higher education institutions, UI GreenMetric continues to encourage universities to adopt comprehensive sustainability practices and contribute actively to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Upcoming Schedule: The 3rd Batch of Regional Information Sessions

This session marks the official launch of the 3rd batch of Regional Information Sessions organized by UI GreenMetric. These sessions are highly vital for both current and prospective participants of the 2026 UI GreenMetric World University Rankings, providing a dedicated space to address technical inquiries regarding indicators and the questionnaire submission process.

The upcoming sessions are scheduled as follows:

12th Regional Information Session for Tajik Universities (Hosted by the International University of - Tourism and Entrepreneurship) – June 2, 2026

13th Regional Information Session for Indonesian Universities – June 3, 2026

14th Regional Information Session for Spanish-speaking Universities (Hosted by Escuela Superior Politécnica de Chimborazo-ESPOCH & Universidad El Bosque) – June 3, 2026

15th Regional Information Session for Asian, African, and Australian Universities – June 4, 2026

16th Regional Information Session for Uzbek Universities (Hosted by Bukhara State University) – June 5, 2026

17th Regional Information Session for Italian Universities (Hosted by University of L'Aquila) – June 5, 2026

18th Regional Information Session for Russian Universities (Hosted by the Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia) – June 8, 2026

19th Regional Information Session for British and European Universities – June 9, 2026

20th Regional Information Session for American Universities – June 9, 2026

Register here for the information sessions for your region: uigreenmetric.com/info-session-2026

Written by Muhammmad Dito Rizki Suprapto - Media Relations Intern of UI GreenMetric

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