28 July 2025 – Following the success of the UI GreenMetric Regional Info Session for the UK and Europe held earlier the same day, UI GreenMetric continued its mission to strengthen global collaboration for sustainability in higher education by engaging institutions across North America and Latin America in this dedicated session.
The virtual event welcomed around 100 participants representing universities from the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and other countries in the region. These institutions came together with a shared commitment to accelerating sustainability efforts within campus operations, governance, education, and community engagement.
The session began with opening remarks from Dr. Vishnu Juwono, SE, MIA, Chairperson of UI GreenMetric, who underscored the importance of regional cooperation in realizing the full potential of the global UI GreenMetric initiative. Dr. Juwono emphasized that creating region-specific platforms for dialogue allows institutions to better contextualize sustainability challenges and solutions.
The session was expertly moderated by Jauzak Windiatmaja, Program Specialist of UI GreenMetric, who guided participants through an informative program. Leading the information session was Dr. Hayati Sari Hasibuan, S.T., M.T., esteemed reviewer of UI GreenMetric, who delivered a detailed overview of several key areas:
• Key updates for UI GreenMetric 2025, including upcoming changes to the methodology and data submission process
• Ways universities can align with global goals, such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
• Practical strategies for strengthening campus sustainability performance in governance, operations, and education
A key highlight of the webinar was the interactive Q&A segment, where participants submitted thoughtful questions via the Q&A box. These covered topics such as sustainability indicators, data reporting, and practical implementation strategies, and were addressed by Dr. Hayati with clarity and depth. The quality of the questions and active participation underscored the region’s growing enthusiasm and readiness to advance campus sustainability.
In addition to providing technical insights, the session helped build a sense of shared purpose across institutions, encouraging reflection and alignment around global sustainability goals. The event served as a valuable starting point for future engagement and collaboration across the Americas.
Together, through collaborative effort and local action, we can build a more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient future for higher education. For details on how to participate, please visit https://greenmetric.ui.ac.id/about/how-to-participate or contact us via email at greenmetric@ui.ac.id.
Written by: Riska Hariyadi - Communication Specialist of UI GreenMetric
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