Announcement

We are excited to announce that CANIE (the Climate Action Network for International Educators) has been officially recognised in the QS World University Rankings: Sustainability.

The QS World University Rankings: Sustainability aligns with CANIE’s core mission to drive change within the international education sector and the inclusion of CANIE Accord in the rankings methodology is a welcome step towards acknowledging the critical role that international educators play in driving climate action and fostering sustainable practices on a global scale.

In listing CANIE as an officially recognised sustainability group within its Sustainability Ranking and  World University Ranking, QS encourages universities across the globe to consider the carbon impact of their international education mission and publicly commit to act specific initiatives within their universities to educate, advocate and act to create change.

The CANIE Accord is both a public commitment and a menu of practical actions designed to guide the international education sector’s response to the climate crisis. More than 80 organisations currently hold signatory status and collectively these organisations are working towards over 2,500 commitments towards climate action.

Ainslie Moore, President, CANIE Global Board, said ‘We are delighted that QS recognises the value of this work and hope this new partnership will encourage more universities globally to prioritise sustainably efforts within their international education agenda’ 

Leigh Kamolins, Director of Analytics and Evaluation, commented, "Partnering with CANIE underscores our dedication to incorporating climate action within the assessment frameworks of higher education. This collaboration not only encourages but also supports universities globally in integrating essential sustainability practices into their core institutional strategies."

Debs McAllister, Vice-President, CANIE Global Board, says ‘We believe that this collaboration with QS will not only elevate the importance of sustainability in higher education rankings but also inspire more institutions to integrate climate action into their core missions. Only through partnership can we make a significant impact on global sustainability efforts’

For more information on how to join CANIE or sign the CANIE Accord, please visit canie.org  

About CANIE

CANIE is a global network of educators and professionals committed to addressing climate change through education, advocacy, and action. Our mission is to empower the international education sector to lead the charge in creating a sustainable future.

About QS World University Rankings

QS Quacquarelli Symonds is a leading global provider of analytics and insights into the higher education sector. The QS World University Rankings are among the most widely referenced university rankings in the world, assessing institutions on a range of factors including academic reputation, employer reputation, and now, sustainability