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Singapore Management University (SMU), previous finalist in the Student Engagement category and winner of the Sustainability Institution of the Year
Applications open
12 February 2026
Stage 1 deadline
10 April 2026
Finalists announced
4 June 2026
Stage 2 deadline
17 July 2026
Winners announced
7 September 2026
About
The International Green Gown Awards recognise, celebrate and showcase exceptional sustainability initiatives from tertiary education institutions around the world.
Established in 2014, the awards have become one of the most prestigious recognitions of leading sustainability practice in education in the world.
The awards are delivered by EAUC with support from:
Australasian Campuses Towards Sustainability (ACTS)
Higher Education Sustainability Initiative (HESI)
International Association of Universities (IAU)
UN Environment Programme
We also receive support from regional and category ambassadors.
The aim of the awards is to share lessons learned and examples of excellent sustainability practice with education institutions worldwide.
The 2026 Awards are open for entries.
Who can apply?
The International Green Gown Awards are open to tertiary education institutions outside the UK, Ireland and Australasia.
This includes, but is not limited to, institutions such as:
universities
colleges or TVETs
adult learning providers
technical or research institutions
learning and skills institutions
If your institution is based in the UK, Ireland or Australasia, you can apply through the UK and Ireland or Australasia regional programmes.
Entry is free of charge with a suggested donation of $150 USD if your institution is able to contribute.
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