University Impact Rankings 2025 for UN SDG 13: climate action
Top universities leading climate change mitigation in 2025
Times Higher Education has assessed and ranked 1,089 universities from 105 countries/territories on their contributions to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 13: climate action. These institutions are recognised for their efforts in addressing climate-related hazards, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing adaptive capacity through robust research and effective campus policies. By integrating climate change mitigation into their operations and programmes, these universities not only lead in risk reduction but shape national and international policies on climate resilience.
Key insights: universities leading climate action initiatives globally
- University of Tasmania in Australia is number one in the climate action university ranking for the fourth consecutive year
- Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences is the highest newly-ranked institution in joint third place
- Turkey is the most-represented country, with 64 ranked institutions
Explore Rating by Sustainable Development Goal
OVERALL
1
No poverty
2
Zero hunger
3
Good health and well-being
4
Quality education
5
Gender equality
6
Clean water and sanitation
7
Affordable and clean energy
8
Decent work and economic growth
9
Industry innovation and infrastructure
10
Reducing inequalities
11
Sustainable cities and communities
12
Responsible consumption and production
13
Climate action
14
Life below water
15
Life on land
16
Peace, justice and strong institutions
17
Partnerships for the goals
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