UNAI SDG Hub 8 Chair: University of Auckland

Founded in 1883, Auckland is the country¡¯s largest university with over 40,000 students, nearly 10,000 of whom graduate annually. We create globally transformative impacts through our distinctive strengths in worldleading research, scholarship, teaching and collaborative partnerships, inspired by our unique position in Aotearoa New Zealand and the Asia-Pacific. 

The University of Auckland is committed to pursuing sustainability via research, teaching and learning, operating practices, partnerships and capacity building. The University has been ranked fourth in Oceania and in the top one percent worldwide in the 2025 Sustainability Rankings. The results showcase the University¡¯s commitment to societal transformation by promoting equality, sharing knowledge, delivering excellent student experiences, and achieving strong graduate outcomes. Breaking down the categories, the University had a top 20 result in Environmental Impact, and was placed in the world¡¯s top 50 for social impact. 

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