The Universidad Politécnica Estatal del Carchi (UPEC) proudly hosted the 5th National Meeting of Sustainable Universities UI GreenMetric on June 11, 2024. This significant event brought together university leaders, sustainability officers, and academic experts to discuss strategies and share insights on enhancing sustainable practices within higher education institutions.
The workshop featured the esteemed presence of the Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia in Ecuador, H.E. Agung Kurniadi; Prof. Riri Fitri Sari, Chairperson of UI GreenMetric; and Dr. Junaidi, Vice-Chair of UI GreenMetric. These distinguished guests provided an international perspective on sustainability in higher education and shared insights on the latest trends and updates in the GreenMetric rankings. The event was inaugurated by Jorge Mina, Ph.D., Rector of Universidad Politécnica Estatal del Carchi (UPEC) who are welcomed participants.
Figure 1. Prof. Riri Fitri Sari, Chairperson of UI GreenMetric
Figure 2. Jorge Mina, Ph.D., Rector of Universidad Politécnica Estatal del Carchi
Figure 3. Dra. Teresa Sánchez, Dra. Teresa Sánchez, Vice-Rector of Universidad Politécnica Estatal del Carchi
Figure 3. HE Agung Kurniadi, the Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia in Ecuador
Figure 4. Dr. Junaidi, Vice-Chair of UI GreenMetric
Figure 5. Bestowal of Appreciation
Representatives from various Ecuadorian universities participating in the UI GreenMetric Ranking attended the event, including the Universidad Técnica del Norte, Universidad San Francisco de Quito, Universidad Hemisferios, and Escuela Superior Politécnica del Litoral. These institutions, along with UPEC, are dedicated to improving their sustainability practices and performance through UI GreenMetric Rankings.
The workshop included presentations and case studies on successful sustainability initiatives at each university. Notable speakers included:
- Dra. Teresa Sánchez, Vice-Rector of UPEC
- Alfonsina Punín Valdiviezo, MSc., and Sofía López Iglesias, MSc., Escuela Superior Politécnica del Litoral
- Daniel Barragán, Universidad Hemisferios
- Juan Sebastián Proaño Avilés, Ph.D., Universidad San Francisco de Quito
- José Alí Moncada Rangel, Ph.D., Universidad Técnica del Norte
During the workshop, six universities from Ecuador and Colombia committed to participating in the UI GreenMetric rankings in 2025 by signing the declaration of participation as part of the UI GreenMetric Network. These universities are:
- Technical University of Loja
- CESMAG of Colombia
- University of the Arts
- National University of Education
- Technical University of Babahoyo
- Technical University of Manabi
This expansion reflects the growing commitment of South American universities to sustainability and ecological campus initiatives. In conclusion, it was announced that the Private Technical University of Loja has pledged to host the 6th National Meeting of Sustainable Universities UI GreenMetric in 2025, continuing the momentum and collaborative efforts towards a greener future. This event exemplifies the collaborative spirit and dedication of universities in Ecuador and beyond, working together to enhance their contributions to environmental sustainability.
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Written by: Yovita Y. Yamin
