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14–16 October 2025, Surabaya — Over three inspiring days, student delegates from universities across Indonesia gathered at Universitas Airlangga (UNAIR) for The 5th National Student Leaders on Sustainability Meeting (NSLSM), held from 14 to 16 October 2025 in collaboration with UI GreenMetric World University Rankings. The event served as a dynamic platform for young changemakers to exchange ideas, explore best practices in sustainability, and strengthen their role in driving collective environmental action for a more sustainable future. Throughout the program, participants experienced a rich blend of field exploration, academic dialogue, and collaborative learning. The meeting began with a visit to Mangrove Wonorejo, where students learned firsthand about the importance of mangrove conservation for climate resilience and coastal protection. Guided by local farmers, they joined hands in planting mangrove seedlings—an act symbolizing their shared commitment to restoring and preserving Indonesia’s coastal ecosystems. The subsequent discussions and seminar sessions brought together experts from UI GreenMetric, the East Java Environmental Agency (DLH), PDAM Surya Sembada, and sustainability practitioners from various sectors. Participants explored key aspects of sustainability leadership, environmental management, and the integration of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into university programs. The entire program also reflected one of the main criteria of the UI GreenMetric methodology—Education and Research—by encouraging students to engage in hands-on learning, critical discussions, and evidence-based approaches to addressing environmental challenges. “On this fifth commencement of the National Student Leaders on Sustainability Meeting, we continue to carry the message that youth are the pivotal actors shaping our sustainable future. Through this venue, we encourage students to engage in discourse, debate, and collaboration—turning ideas into meaningful actions that support sustainability in their universities and communities,” said Dr. Vishnu Juwono, S.E., MIA., Ph.D., Chairperson of UI GreenMetric World University Rankings. The final day showcased the creativity and leadership of participants through a series of student project presentations, culminating in the NSLSM Awards ceremony recognizing the most innovative initiatives in campus sustainability. NSLSM Awards 2025 Winners 1st Place: Group 1 – Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS) & Universitas Airlangga 2nd Place: Group 9 – Universitas Hasanuddin & Universitas Indonesia 3rd Place: Group 10 – Politeknik Negeri Bali & Universitas Pendidikan Ganesha Special Recognitions Best Speaker: Riva Rizkiana Ramadhani (ITS) Best Essay: ITS Most Active Participant: Puan Maharani (Universitas Hasanuddin) The event concluded with a gala dinner celebrating collaboration, friendship, and the shared vision of advancing sustainability across Indonesia’s higher education institutions. UI GreenMetric extends its sincere gratitude to Universitas Airlangga for its warm hospitality and outstanding partnership in hosting this year’s meeting. Through this collaboration, the 5th NSLSM once again reaffirmed the vital role of youth in building a more sustainable and inclusive future—where learning, action, and research come together to shape real change for the planet. Written by Riska P. Hariyadi - Communication Specialist UI GreenMetric Galleries:

8th October, 2025- The EURAS Webinar Series recently hosted an insightful session titled “Sustainability and UI GreenMetric in Higher Education,” highlighting the vital role of universities in advancing global sustainability efforts. The event brought together experts and leaders in sustainability and higher education to discuss innovative frameworks and collaborative strategies for a greener future. The webinar was hosted by EURAS (Eurasian Universities Union) and featured distinguished speakers from UI GreenMetric World University Rankings, led by Dr. Vishnu Juwono, Chairperson of UI GreenMetric, and Dr. Abellia Anggi Wardhani, Vice Chairperson of UI GreenMetric. Also joining the session was Prof. Olgun Çiçek, Board Director of the International Network for Quality Assurance Agencies in Higher Education (INQAAHE), who served as both host and moderator. The session began with opening remarks delivered by Prof. Olgun Çiçek and Dr. Vishnu, who emphasized the growing importance of sustainability as a central theme in shaping the future of higher education institutions worldwide. They both underlined the shared responsibility of universities to embed sustainability into their policies, research, and community engagement. In the main presentation, Dr. Abellia introduced UI GreenMetric as a pioneering global ranking framework that promotes sustainability practices in higher education. She elaborated on the initiative’s mission, core indicators, and data submission process, explaining how it measures universities’ sustainability performance across six key areas: Setting & Infrastructure, Energy & Climate Change, Waste, Water, Transportation, and Education & Research. Dr. Abellia further highlighted UI GreenMetric’s growing influence in driving behavioral and cultural change within universities and fostering international collaboration to support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The webinar concluded with a Q&A session moderated by Prof. Olgun Çiçek, where the questions asked centered around issues such as university collaboration, behavioral change, data validation, and critiques of higher education rankings. This engaging exchange underscored UI GreenMetric’s commitment to transparency continuous improvement, and its role as a collaborative platform supporting institutions worldwide in their sustainability journey. UI GreenMetric invites universities around the world to embrace our sustainability framework and join the global movement toward greener campuses. The data collection for UI GreenMetric World University Rankings 2025 is still open until 31 October 2025. Be part of this transformative initiative — join 1,477 universities from 95 countries already working to advance sustainability within their institutions. Written by: Riska Putri Hariyadi Galleries:

Madiun, 2 October 2025 — The Universitas Indonesia (UI), through its initiative UI GreenCityMetric, officially opened the 2025 UI GreenCityMetric Awards in Madiun, East Java. This year marks a significant milestone, with 71 cities and regencies participating—an increase from 64 in 2024—demonstrating stronger regional commitment to building a sustainable Indonesia. More than just a ranking, UI GreenCityMetric serves as a collaborative platform that brings together local governments to share best practices and drive collective progress. With six main criteria—Setting and Infrastructure, Energy and Climate Change, Waste Management, Water Management, Access and Mobility, and Governance. The ranking framework not only measures sustainability performance but also encourages real transformation toward greener, more inclusive, and resilient urban development. Dr. Vishnu Juwono, Head of UI GreenMetric, emphasized that Universitas Indonesia’s vision is to safeguard a sustainable future through various initiatives—ranging from global university rankings to city-level assessments across Indonesia. “We truly appreciate the spirit of Madiun City and its leadership for warmly hosting the 2025 UI GreenCityMetric Awards. Madiun has shown consistent commitment to sustainability, proven by its outstanding achievements in both 2024 and this year. We hope this inspires other regions to follow their example,” said Dr. Juwono. The awarding ceremony, held at Hotel Mercure Madiun, celebrated the dedication and progress of local governments in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through concrete actions at the city and regency level. This event was held in a hybrid format, with participants joining both onsite and online via Zoom and YouTube Live streaming, reflecting UI GreenMetric’s inclusive and collaborative spirit. Recognizing Indonesia’s Most Sustainable Cities The top three most sustainable cities in Indonesia for 2025 exemplify strong leadership and innovation in implementing sustainability measures: 1. Surabaya City — recognized as the Most Sustainable City in Indonesia 2025 for its outstanding achievements across multiple environmental and governance criteria. 2. Madiun City — ranked second, highlighting its excellence in Access and Mobility and Waste Management. 3. Semarang City — ranked third, excelling in Governance and Setting & Infrastructure. These cities stand as models of how local governments can integrate sustainability principles into daily urban management and policy implementation, directly contributing to Indonesia’s SDG agenda. Alongside these top three cities—Surabaya, Madiun, and Semarang—the UI GreenCityMetric Awards 2025 also recognized other outstanding regions that made it into the Top 10 Most Sustainable Regencies and Cities in Indonesia: Medan City, Kediri City, Salatiga City, Banjarbaru, Trenggalek Regency, Wonogiri Regency, and Magelang City. Each of these regions has demonstrated exceptional commitment, innovation, and continuous improvement in implementing sustainability principles within their local development agendas. The 1st Winners in Each Key Indicator of UI GreenCityMetric 2025 • Setting and Infrastructure: Bontang City • Energy and Climate Change: Medan City • Waste Management: Surabaya City • Water Management: Medan City • Access and Mobility: Madiun City • Governance: Semarang City UI GreenMetric Special Awards: • Best Improvement in Sustainability Performance: Banjarmasin City • Best New Participant: Malang City A Celebration of Collaboration and Local Leadership The UI GreenCityMetric Awards 2025 also celebrated the leadership and dedication of the Mayor of Madiun, who graciously welcomed the event, and Ir. Suwarno, M.Si, Head of Bappeda Madiun, who served as the Organizing Committee Chair alongside his exceptional local team. Their coordination and hospitality ensured the event’s success as a platform for partnership and shared learning among Indonesian regions. During this celebration of 71 successful collaborations among regencies and cities across Indonesia, the host city invited representatives from UI GreenMetric and regional delegations to visit TPA Winongo, one of Madiun’s exemplary waste management sites. The facility showcases the city’s ongoing efforts and innovations in improving waste management systems to address urban waste challenges effectively and sustainably. The UI GreenCityMetric Awards 2025 reaffirm the importance of city and regency governments as the frontline actors in implementing the SDGs—transforming sustainability from national policy into local action. As the initiative continues to grow, it embodies the power of collaboration, innovation, and shared learning to create a greener and more resilient Indonesia. For full ranking details, visit: https://greenmetric.ui.ac.id/city/ranking/ranking-keseluruhan-2025 Writer: Riska Putri Hariyadi Galleries: