The University of Peradeniya has once again secured the top position among Sri Lankan universities in the 2026 UI GreenMetric World University Rankings.
The university ranked 200th globally, out of 2,016 universities from 110 countries, with a score of 8,262.5 points.
The achievement reflects the university’s continued efforts to maintain an eco-friendly and sustainable campus, implement sustainable development initiatives, and promote environmentally responsible practices.
The UI GreenMetric World University Rankings assess universities based on several sustainability-related indicators, including infrastructure, energy and climate change, waste management, water management, transportation, education, governance, and digitalization.
The 2026 rankings were conducted under the theme “Advancing Sustainable University Campuses through Good Governance, Digitalization, and Integrated Performance.”
A total of 2,016 universities from 110 countries participated in this year’s rankings, which provide an international assessment of university sustainability performance.
By retaining the top position in Sri Lanka, the University of Peradeniya has further highlighted its commitment to sustainable development, environmental conservation, and fostering an eco-friendly university culture.
