{"id":8417,"date":"2026-06-24T09:31:54","date_gmt":"2026-06-24T01:31:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mpsu.edu.ph\/?p=8417"},"modified":"2026-06-24T09:31:55","modified_gmt":"2026-06-24T01:31:55","slug":"from-the-highlands-to-the-world-mpsu-climbs-to-601-800-bracket-in-2026-the-sustainability-impact-rankings","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mpsu.edu.ph\/?p=8417","title":{"rendered":"FROM THE HIGHLANDS TO THE WORLD|| MPSU climbs to 601-800 bracket in 2026 THE Sustainability Impact Rankings"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" src=\"https:\/\/mpsu.edu.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1-2-1024x538.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-8445\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mpsu.edu.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1-2-1024x538.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mpsu.edu.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1-2-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mpsu.edu.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1-2-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mpsu.edu.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/1-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The University has advanced its global standing after securing a spot in the 601-800 bracket of the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) Sustainability Impact Rankings, which evaluated 1,603 higher education institutions worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Its new rank marks a significant improvement from the 2025 ranking, where it was placed in the 800-1000 tier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The THE Sustainability Impact Rankings assesses universities worldwide based on their commitment and performance in relation to the United Nations\/ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). For the 2026 evaluation cycle, the University submitted applications for 15 out of 17 metrics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SDG 1(No Poverty): 401-600<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SDG 2 (Zero Hunger): 201-300<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SDG 3 (Good Health and Wellbeing): 601-800<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SDG 4 (Quality Education): 401-600<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SDG 5 (Gender Equality): 301-400<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation): 401-600<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy): 301-400<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth): 601-800<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities): 601-800<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities): 401-600<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production): 201-300<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SDG 13 (Climate Action): 201-300<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SDG 15 (Life on Land): 301-400<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institution): 401-600<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SDG 17 (Partnership for the Goals): 601-800<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The University extends its deepest gratitude to the members of the THE Impact Rankings taskforce, whose meticulous efforts and commitment to quality education made this global feat possible. Profound appreciation is also extended to the University Administration, led by our forward-thinking leadership, for their steadfast support, guidance, and commitment to fostering a higher education institution where sustainability and academic excellence thrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Congratulations to all! 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