IIIT-Bangalore wins International Green University Award 2024 for second consecutive year

NEW DELHI: The International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore (IIIT-B) proudly announces its selection for the highly esteemed International Green University Award 2024. This is the second consecutive year IIIT-B has received the award, highlighting its holistic approach to sustainable practices which aligns with UNESCO’s Greening Education Partnership, the IIIT-B statement said.

The award was officially presented on September 24 at the 8th NYC Green School Conference held on the sidelines of the 79th United Nations General Assembly and the Summit of the Future in New York. The award was received by Jagdish Patil, chief administrative officer (CAO) of IIIT-Bangalore.

The jury of the International Green University Award 2024 praised IIIT-Bangalore’s dedication and commitment to fostering a sustainable learning environment and inspiring future generations to become responsible stewards of the planet, added the IIIT-B statement.

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International Green University Award 2024

The International Green University Award 2024 honors educational institutions that demonstrate outstanding efforts in promoting environmental sustainability and instilling eco-conscious values in students, IIIT-B statement added.

The IIIT-Bangalore’s initiatives such as reducing the institution’s carbon footprint, promoting sustainability, and raising environmental awareness contributed to securing this award.

Professor Debabrata Das the director at IIIT-Bangalore said: “Receiving the International Green University Award 2024 is a tremendous honor for IIIT-Bangalore. This recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation in education. We take immense pride in fostering an eco-conscious campus that inspires the next generation of leaders to prioritize the health of our planet. This award energizes us to continue leading by example in creating a sustainable future.”

After receiving the award, Jagdish Patil said: “This recognition for the second consecutive year places IIIT-Bangalore among an elite group of global universities making remarkable contributions to environmental conservation. It underscores the institute’s leadership in sustainability and its role in shaping the future of education through eco-friendly practices.”