On September 24, 2025, Prof. Debabrata Das, Director, IIIT-B, received the Global Green University Award at the Green School Conference 2025, held at the ILR School, Cornell University, New York.
This is the third consecutive year that IIIT-B has received this distinction, highlighting its leadership in advancing sustainable practices in academics, research, and campus life. The award honours universities that demonstrate measurable impact in reducing environmental footprint, promoting renewable energy, fostering green innovation, and building environmental responsibility among students and faculty.
IIIT-B’s sustainability initiatives include energy-efficient infrastructure, clean energy adoption, smart waste management, water conservation, and research in areas such as waste composting, air-quality monitoring for smart cities, and digital governance for environmental policy.
This recognition underscores IIIT-B’s growing role as a global thought leader in sustainable education and innovation. The institute remains committed to embedding environmental stewardship in higher education and driving solutions to address climate change and sustainable development.