NYU is ranked #8 in the USA for the 2024 QS Sustainability Rankings, up from #17 in 2023! 

The QS Sustainability Rankings measures an institution’s ability to tackle the world’s greatest ESG challenges and features nearly 1,400 universities worldwide. 

For environmental impact, the ranking explores environmental education, research, and sustainability. For social impact, it examines employability and opportunities, equality, health and well-being, the impact of education, and knowledge exchange. And for governance, the ranking evaluates indicators of good governance such as student representation and dedicated staff for sustainable development. 

NYU continues to strive for excellence in sustainability with projects and initiatives like the Coolfood Pledge, the Passive House retrofit of Rubin Hall, and the goal of being completely climate-neutral by 2040. 

A big thanks to everyone who tirelessly contributes to our ongoing sustainability efforts!