Bangalore, September 26, 2025 — The International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore (IIIT-B) has earned international acclaim once again, receiving the Global Green University Award for the third consecutive year at the prestigious Green School Conference 2025, hosted at the ILR School, Cornell University, New York. The award was presented to Prof. Debabrata Das, Director of IIIT-B, who accepted the honour on behalf of the institute.
The award recognises academic institutions making measurable strides in reducing their environmental footprint, promoting renewable energy, advancing green innovation, and fostering a strong culture of sustainability among students and faculty. This continued recognition places IIIT-B at the forefront of sustainable higher education globally.
“This recognition is not just for our campus, but for the collective effort of the entire IIIT-B family—faculty, students, staff, and alumni—who have embraced the responsibility of building a greener tomorrow,” said Prof. Debabrata Das, Director, IIIT-Bangalore.
IIIT-Bangalore has championed a wide array of sustainability initiatives, including energy-efficient campus infrastructure, renewable energy adoption, smart waste disposal systems, and water conservation. Its research contributions span cutting-edge areas such as waste composting, air quality monitoring for smart cities, and digital governance to support environmental policy.
The award from Cornell University underscores IIIT-B’s emergence as a global thought leader in environmental innovation and green education. It also reflects the institute’s commitment to aligning academic excellence with real-world impact in addressing climate change and sustainability challenges.
