Leading universities advancing affordable and clean energy solutions in 2025

Times Higher Education has assessed and ranked 1,181 universities from 105 countries/territories for their exceptional efforts towards the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 7: affordable and clean energy. These universities are leading on affordable and clean energy research and implementation; they stand out for their commitment to developing and promoting sustainable energy services, enhancing energy efficiency and fostering investments in energy infrastructure. Through innovative research and practical applications, they contribute significantly to diversifying the energy mix and improving universal access to clean energy resources.

Key insights: universities advancing affordable and clean energy solutions globally

• Al-Mustaqbal University in Iraq is number one
• Australia’s Griffith University is the highest newly-ranked institution in the energy table at seventh place
• India is the most-represented country, with 87 ranked institutions

Explore the table below to discover the full rankings and how universities around the world are performing this year.

These universities are not only leaders in researching clean energy technologies but in implementing campus-wide initiatives to reduce energy consumption and increase the use of renewable energy sources. Their work extends beyond academia, influencing global policies and practices through international cooperation, thus playing a vital role in shaping a sustainable energy future.

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Our Impact Rankings methodology includes SDG 7 indicators relating to research on affordable and clean energy; clean energy measures; energy use and low-carbon energy use; and energy and the community.

Our analysis shows that universities in East and South-east Asia are improving rapidly when it comes to their contributions towards sustainable development.

There is more analysis on the results, including tables, charts and interviews with university leaders in our?Impact Rankings 2025?digital report.

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