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Benha National University Ranked Among Top Global Green Universities for the First Time

Prof. Gamal El-Saeed, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Benha National University, announced a historic achievement: the university has secured 589th place globally in the 2025 UI Green Metrics ranking of environmentally friendly universities, placing it among the top 1,745 institutions worldwide. Additionally, the university ranked:

  • 14th nationally(Egypt).
  • 17th in Africa.

Ranking Criteria & University Performance:

The UI Green Metrics evaluates universities based on six key pillars:

  1. Sustainable Infrastructure & Smart Buildings.
  2. Energy & Climate Change.
  3. Waste & Water Management.
  4. Sustainable Transportation.
  5. Education & Research Preparedness.
  6. Biodiversity Conservation.

Benha National University excelled in these areas through initiatives like renewable energy adoption, water efficiency programs, and carbon footprint reduction projects.

Leadership Statements:

  • Gamal El-Saeed:

Highlighted the university’s commitment to integrating Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into its strategic plans. He emphasized that this ranking reinforces trust in the university’s academic and community impact despite its recent establishment (2022).

  • Tamer Samir, University President:

Noted the university’s focus on green infrastructure since its founding, including:

    • Energy-efficient lighting systems.
    • Waste recycling programs.
    • Research projects targeting carbon emission reductions.

Impact of the Achievement:

  1. Global Recognition: Positions the university as a leading sustainable educational hub in Africa.
  2. Green Investment Opportunities: Likely to attract partnerships with international sustainability-focused organizations.
  3. Student Engagement: A green campus environment fosters innovation and aligns academic research with real-world environmental challenges.

Future Plans:

The university aims to:

  • Expand solar energy projects.
  • Launch climate change awareness campaigns.
  • Strengthen collaborations with entities like the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).

This milestone underscores the success of emerging universities in achieving environmental excellence through strategic planning and adherence to global standards.