Daffodil International University: The Most Sustainable University in Bangladesh
Daffodil International University (DIU) has once again secured its position as the most sustainable university in Bangladesh for the ninth consecutive year. Additionally, DIU has been ranked 149th globally and 75th in the Asia region in the UI GreenMetric World University Rankings 2024.
The official announcement of the rankings was made recently on the official website of UI GreenMetric World University Rankings.
The 15th edition of the UI GreenMetric Rankings assessed 1,477 universities from 95 countries. The ranking evaluates universities based on several criteria, including sustainable infrastructure, climate change and energy management, waste management, water conservation, eco-friendly transportation, and sustainability education.
DIU has made an impressive leap in its global ranking, advancing from the 200th position in 2023 to 149th in 2024. This achievement underscores the university’s steadfast commitment to continuous progress and innovation in sustainability initiatives. The university authorities believe this success will further solidify DIU’s role as a pioneer of sustainable and impactful higher education.
Furthermore, DIU has achieved notable recognition in other global sustainability-related rankings. DIU ranks 1st among private universities in Bangladesh and 690th globally in the QS Sustainability Rankings 2025. Additionally, DIU is ranked 1st in Bangladesh and 301+ globally in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2024.
These accomplishments highlight DIU’s significant contributions to sustainable development, social responsibility, and environmental stewardship, both nationally and internationally, as acknowledged by the university authorities.
