Tarbiat Modares University played host to the 2nd workshop on UI GreenMetric Rankings for universities in Iran, held from December 12 to 13, 2023. The overarching theme of the workshop, "Universities and Sustainable Environment: Enhancing Sustainability of Universities’ Ecosystems," underscored the pivotal role of higher education institutions in fos tering environmental sustainability.
The inaugural day commenced with welcoming remarks by Dr. Fatemeh Vaez Javadi from the University of Tehran, a distinguished committee member of the organizers. The first session unfolded with a presentation by Prof. Dr. Ir. Riri Fitri Sari, M.M., M.Sc., the Chairperson of UI GreenMetric, elaborating on the significance of UI GreenMetric World University Ranking. Subsequently, Prof. Gunawan Tjahjono, M.Arch., Ph.D., an expert member of UI GreenMetric, provided insights into the latest updates on UI Green Metric World University Ranking and its Network.
Presentation by Prof. Dr. Ir. Riri Fitri Sari
The dialogue further evolved with Dr. Esmail Karamidehkordi, a Steering Committee Member of UI GreenMetric Rankings, presenting the latest status of Iranian universities in UI Greenmetric World University Ranking. The session concluded with an engaging question and answer segment.
Post-break, the workshop seamlessly transitioned into Session 2, featuring two distinguished speakers. Dr. Mahdi Nasiri, Assistant Professor of the University of Zanjan, illuminated the Sustainable management of infrastructure and landscape in the University of Zanjan. Following this, Dr. Jamshidzadeh, Assistant Professor of the University of Kashan, delved into sustainable management of water and sewage in the University of Kashan. The session culminated in a dynamic question and answer session and an enlightening exhibition visit.
Workshop Situation
The second day mirrored the structure of the first, with two sessions continuing the robust discussions. Dr. Nader Mokhtarani, Professor of Tarbiat Modares University, spearheaded the third session, offering insights into waste management in universities. Mr. Meisam Soheili followed suit, shedding light on energy use and resources management in Tarbiat Modares University.
The fourth session featured Dr. Hamed YousefZadeh, Assistant Professor of Tarbiat Modares University, unraveling the intricacies of biodiversity in the research and educational forest of Tarbiat Modares. The day concluded with an expression of gratitude to all speakers and a final exhibition exploration.
We envision this workshop as a collaborative platform fostering the exchange of knowledge and best practices, with the primary goal of spotlighting the advancements made by universities in Iran toward establishing sustainable campuses. Our aspiration is that this collective endeavor will make a substantial contribution to the UI GreenMetric World University Rankings, underscoring the unwavering commitment of Iranian universities to global environmental sustainability.
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Written by: Yovita Y. Yamin
