Al-Baha University Climbs 113 Places in Global 'UI GreenMetric' Ranking for 2026

Al-Baha University has made significant progress in the global UI GreenMetric ranking for 2026, advancing 113 places compared to the previous year. The university now ranks 1,076th worldwide and 14th in Saudi Arabia among 2,016 educational institutions across 110 countries.

 This improvement reflects the university’s commitment to developing its institutional and environmental sustainability framework. Efforts include enhancing facility efficiency, optimizing resource management, promoting sustainability initiatives, raising environmental awareness, and improving the quality of the campus environment.

 The UI GreenMetric is a global ranking system that assesses the sustainability performance of higher education institutions. It utilizes a variety of criteria and indicators related to infrastructure, energy and climate change, waste and water management, transportation, and education and research.

 This progress aligns with Al-Baha University's ongoing initiatives to enhance its campus environment, improve resource efficiency, and integrate sustainability practices into its operations and programs. These efforts support institutional development and elevate the university's performance in international indicators and rankings.