Showcasing our 2024 International Finalists

Winners will be announced live on LinkedIn throughout our "winners' week" 7-11 October 2024. Watch and listen to the announcements as they happen! Make sure you're signed up. And please do view the showcase below, to read up on these amazing projects. Winners will be updated in the showcase as each category is revealed and as the week progresses.

Awarding global sustainability impact for 10 years

"We are excited to unveil the showcase for the International Green Gown Awards, featuring 95 exceptional finalists' projects from 28 countries. This showcase not only highlights innovative sustainability solutions but also promotes the replication of these successful initiatives globally. This is critical when we know the pace and scale needed to addressing urgent climate and biodiversity crises and tackle systemic inequalities. We invite everyone to explore these inspiring projects and join us in celebrating the positive impact they are making worldwide."
Charlotte Bonner, CEO, EAUC

We would like to thank Allianz Global Investors for their continued support, as the Headline Partner for the International Awards. 

“As a partner of the Awards, it has been fantastic to see the many inspirational projects across the globe that are providing sustainability solutions addressing diverse environmental and social challenges. Being part of the judging panel has also given me the great opportunity to exchange ideas and feedback for some of the projects. Our heartfelt congratulations to all the finalists – beyond delivering positive change within your institutions and communities, your projects are raising awareness around sustainability issues and will help inspire others to contribute to a more sustainable future.” 
Diane Mak, Head of Impact Strategy at Allianz Global Investors

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Finalists at a Glance (list view).
Previous years' winners can be found here

The International Green Gown Awards are endorsed by United Nations Environment Programme and are supported by The Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU), L’Agence universitaire de la Francophonie (AUF), International Association of Universities (IAU) and Higher Education Sustainability Initiative (HESI). And run regionally in Australasia with our partner organisation Australasian Campuses Towards Sustainability (ACTS).

2030 Climate Action

Finalist

Abdullah Gül University, Turkey

Abdullah Gül University, Turkey

For a Greener Tomorrow: AGU's journey to be a carbon-neutral university

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Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand

Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand

Net Zero Campus Initiative: A leap towards sustainable climate action

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Cochin University of Science and Technology, India

Cochin University of Science and Technology, India

Sustainable Campus Mission: Transformation, Environmental Stewardship and beyond

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Government College Women University Faisalabad, Pakistan

Government College Women University Faisalabad, Pakistan

Implementing community based climate action initiatives: Strategies for sustainable changes

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International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

Solar sparks: Illuminating greener future with Photovoltaics

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Singapore Management University, Singapore

Singapore Management University, Singapore

SMU Connexion: Pioneering the net zero energy revolution

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Tashkent State University of Law, Uzbekistan

Tashkent State University of Law, Uzbekistan

Below Zero Program

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The University of Manchester, United Kingdom

The University of Manchester, United Kingdom

Zero carbon without a net

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Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, Malaysia

Universiti Malaysia Sarawak, Malaysia

Being ambitious, being the first: UNIMAS Low-Carbon Campus Roadmap 2030

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University of Pennsylvania, United States

University of Pennsylvania, United States

A solar powered university

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Western Sydney University, Australia

Western Sydney University, Australia

Co-design towards climate positive

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Benefitting Society

Winner

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, India

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, India

Live-in-LabsⓇ: Transforming rural communities towards sustainable living through participatory engagements

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Winner

Siam University	, Thailand

Siam University , Thailand

Tiny Heroes, Global Saviors

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Ayrshire College, United Kingdom

Ayrshire College, United Kingdom

Connecting Communities

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Concordia University, Canada

Concordia University, Canada

UNIVER/CITY 2030

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Daffodil International University, Bangladesh

Daffodil International University, Bangladesh

Saving Mothers, Protecting the Womb through innovation of a low-cost, solar-powered water purification technology

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Glasgow Caledonian University, United Kingdom

Glasgow Caledonian University, United Kingdom

Enabling student impact at Glasgow Caledonian University

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International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

Spreading smiles and sharing support through a Sustainable Community Mental Health Project

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International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

Sejahtera Community Project: Ruang Sejahtera communal space and sustainable urban farming at PPR Gombak Setia, Kuala Lumpur

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International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

Sejahtera Community: Elderly FELDA settlers’ accessibility to health promotion and healthcare services for improving quality of life

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King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, Saudi Arabia

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, Saudi Arabia

Fostering scientific literacy for sustainability: The SDG Collection by KAUST, UNDP & Frontiers for Young Minds

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Réseau africain pour l'éducation au développement durable, Cameroon

Réseau africain pour l'éducation au développement durable, Cameroon

Promotion of agroecology among young students in secondary and primary schools in Douala Cameroon

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Universidad Privada del Norte, Peru

Universidad Privada del Norte, Peru

La Ensenada Health Preventorium

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University Mohammed VI Polytechnic, Morocco

University Mohammed VI Polytechnic, Morocco

StartGate

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University of Coimbra, Portugal

University of Coimbra, Portugal

Welcome and integration of refugees at University of Coimbra

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University of Wollongong, Australia

University of Wollongong, Australia

Rising stronger from the ashes: UOWs RISE program building hope and long-lasting support for regional entrepreneurs

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Creating Impact

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American International University-Bangladesh, Bangladesh

American International University-Bangladesh, Bangladesh

Recycling low-density polyethylene using waste plastic bottles for 3D printer filament production via fused deposition modelling

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Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, India

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, India

My Village, Our Water: A transformative initiative to build water wise communities in rural India

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International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

Nourishing futures: Malaysia's first human milk bank initiative

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Inti International University, Malaysia

Inti International University, Malaysia

I-am-FungTastic!

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Management and Science University, Malaysia

Management and Science University, Malaysia

MyO2 Program: From Oil to Oxygen

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McGill University, Canada

McGill University, Canada

Envisioning a brighter future: Sustainability education for all at McGill

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Shipley College, United Kingdom

Shipley College, United Kingdom

A large SDG impact in the smallest FE College

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St. Dominic College of Asia, Philippines

St. Dominic College of Asia, Philippines

TeleMental Health

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University Mohammed VI Polytechnic, Morocco

University Mohammed VI Polytechnic, Morocco

UM6P Solidarity Initiative

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University of Lisbon, Portugal

University of Lisbon, Portugal

HortaFCUL – A university-based permaculture garden in Lisbon

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University of Tasmania, Australia

University of Tasmania, Australia

Species Hotel: Big homes for little creatures

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Finalist

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Netherlands

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Netherlands

Fossil Free Research VU

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Sustainability

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International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges: Disability Inclusion and the OKU4U* Sejahtera & Islamic Outreach Flagship Project

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Winner

The University of Sydney, Australia

The University of Sydney, Australia

Mapping, protecting and enriching Aboriginal Cultural Heritage landscapes

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Highly Commended

De Montfort University, United Kingdom

De Montfort University, United Kingdom

Decolonising and Decarbonising DMU

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Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, India

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, India

E4Life PhD in Sustainable Development

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Institut National de la Recherche Scientifique, Canada

Institut National de la Recherche Scientifique, Canada

Everyday Sexism is Not a Trivial Matter!

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International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

Good heart, good thoughts, good words, good deeds

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Inti International University, Malaysia

Inti International University, Malaysia

Reading Buddy Program for Tekir National School Year 6 Pupils

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St. Dominic College of Asia, Philippines

St. Dominic College of Asia, Philippines

ArtReach Program

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Nature Positive

Finalist

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, India

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, India

Nurturing nature - holistic pathways towards nature positivity

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Canadore College of Applied Arts and Technology, Canada

Canadore College of Applied Arts and Technology, Canada

Our Forest: A Living Lab for All

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Collegio Borromeo, Italy

Collegio Borromeo, Italy

The pedagogical power of nature

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Durham University, United Kingdom

Durham University, United Kingdom

Enhancing biodiversity at Durham

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Haramaya University, Ethiopia

Haramaya University, Ethiopia

Reviving Haramaya: Sustaining Lake and catchment for sustainable communities & ecosystems in Eastern Ethiopia

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International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

Reviving Kampung Sungai Ular: Smart farming breathes life into forgotten lands

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International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

Heaven Honey Hive

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International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

Frugal innovation – Vertical Aquafarming System. A University Community Empowerment Project

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Laurentian University, Canada

Laurentian University, Canada

Laurentian’s Green Leaf of Hope

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Management and Science University, Malaysia

Management and Science University, Malaysia

CaSeH Environment

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McGill University, Canada

McGill University, Canada

Elaboration and early implementation of McGill’s Flagship Biodiversity Plan

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Muhammad Nawaz Shareef University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan

Muhammad Nawaz Shareef University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan

Enhancing biodiversity with conservation strips in agricultural landscapes

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University Mohammed VI Polytechnic, Morocco

University Mohammed VI Polytechnic, Morocco

Biological Control Program

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University of St. Joseph, Macao SAR China

University of St. Joseph, Macao SAR China

Mangrove Magic: A nature-based solution for a sustainable city

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Next Generation Learning & Skills

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Anglia Ruskin University, United Kingdom

Anglia Ruskin University, United Kingdom

Ruskin Modules: Collaboration for sustainable change

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Centro Universitário Facens, Brazil

Centro Universitário Facens, Brazil

Metro Enlace: Empowering socio-emotional skills through innovative e-learning

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Concordia University, Canada

Concordia University, Canada

Student Sustainability Ambassadors Program

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Glasgow Kelvin College, United Kingdom

Glasgow Kelvin College, United Kingdom

Fighting Fast Fashion

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McGill University, Canada

McGill University, Canada

Sustainability Education Fellows - Advancing sustainability in the curriculum and pedagogy at McGill

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Royal Roads University, Canada

Royal Roads University, Canada

Future-proofing business education: Empowering next-gen leaders in sustainability

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Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Canada

Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Canada

Innovation and Opportunity Applied Research Scholarships

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Singapore Management University, Singapore

Singapore Management University, Singapore

SMU-X: Pioneering next generation learning and skills for a sustainable green economy

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St. Dominic College of Asia, Philippines

St. Dominic College of Asia, Philippines

Sustainable Training and Education Program for Lifelong Learners

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The University of Queensland, Australia

The University of Queensland, Australia

UQ’s Master of Sustainable Energy: A successful multidisciplinary model to educate leaders for a Net Zero future

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University Mohammed VI Polytechnic, Morocco

University Mohammed VI Polytechnic, Morocco

Sustainable Development Ambassadors Program

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University of Saskatchewan, Canada

University of Saskatchewan, Canada

Sustainability Faculty Fellowship

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University of Strasbourg, France

University of Strasbourg, France

Innovative Learning: Strasbourg Ports' Sustainability Case Study

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York University, Canada

York University, Canada

Toolkit for the Interdisciplinary Infusion of the SDGs into Classrooms

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Student Engagement

Winner

International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

WikiKata – A collaborative journey to preserve Indigenous languages

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Winner

McGill University, Canada

McGill University, Canada

Catalysing community: The Nature of McGill’s Sustainability Projects Fund

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Highly Commended

University of York, United Kingdom

University of York, United Kingdom

The University of York Sustainability Clinic

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Finalist

Australian National University, Australia

Australian National University, Australia

The ANU Thrive Kitchen Garden

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Chiba University, Japan

Chiba University, Japan

SDGs activities by 250 students and collaborative projects with companies

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Concordia University, Canada

Concordia University, Canada

The Concordia University Creative Reuse Centre

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ETH Zurich, Switzerland

ETH Zurich, Switzerland

VISION 2030 – Ideas for a transition towards a more sustainable university at ETH Zurich

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International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

International Islamic University Malaysia, Malaysia

SCITECH from Zero to Hero: Student empowerment through community engagement

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Kingston University, United Kingdom

Kingston University, United Kingdom

The Kingston Sustainability Innovation Challenge

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Singapore Management University, Singapore

Singapore Management University, Singapore

SMU GROW Project Edibles

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Singapore Management University, Singapore

Singapore Management University, Singapore

SMU Project Midori

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Tashkent State University of Law, Uzbekistan

Tashkent State University of Law, Uzbekistan

The Legal Clinic of Tashkent State University of Law

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Universitat de les Illes Balears, Spain

Universitat de les Illes Balears, Spain

Democratic participatory process on sustainable mobility at the University of the Balearic Islands

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