Nottingham university named as top 100 institution in the global THE Impact Rankings 2023 for sustainability

Nottingham Trent University (NTU) has risen to joint 86th of 1,591 institutions worldwide after being ranked 101-200 in the 2022 table. The rankings are the only performance tables that assess universities against the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Institutions submit evidence to show how they are contributing to the SDGs which are a blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all.

Nottingham Trent University vice-chancellor and president, Professor Edward Peck, said: “Embracing Sustainability is a theme we added to our strategic agenda in 2020 and this ranking is external confirmation that we are making progress with our ambition and renews our commitment to take the journey that still lies ahead.”

The SDGs include ‘Zero Hunger’, ‘Good Health and well-being’, ‘Clean Water and Sanitation’, ‘Affordable and Clean Energy’, ‘Decent Work and Economic Growth’, ‘Reduce Inequality’, ‘Sustainable Cities and Communities’ and ‘Climate Action’.

As part of the rankings, THE provides a comprehensive and balanced comparison across four broad areas: research, stewardship, outreach and teaching. This year NTU saw its submission for ten SDGs place in the top 100 institutions, with ‘Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions and ‘Partnership for the Goals’ achieving the top 20 positions.

Umesh Desai, director of estates, said: “It is brilliant to see our THE Impact Ranking improve year on year.

“It’s a testament to the hard work of colleagues and students in addressing the United Nation’s SDGs and driving forward NTU’s sustainability agenda.”

The university’s rise into the top 100 comes despite an increase of 13% in the number of institutions ranking.