STARS reports
Waterloo is also rated Gold through the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment, and Rating System (STARS), developed by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE).
STARS measures various ways that colleges and universities are supporting sustainability. The framework includes over 60 indicators that cover Academics, Engagement, Operations, Planning and Administration, and Innovation and Leadership.
Report history
| Year of Submission | Points Earned | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 (current) | 68.36 | GOLD |
| 2021 | 53.92 | SILVER |
| 2018 | 45.51 | SILVER |
Impact Ranking 2024
- Ranked 101-200 globally out of nearly 2,000 institutions
- Ranked 42 globally for SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities
- Ranked 1 in Canada (tied) for SDG 7 - Affordable and Clean Energy
Visit the Times Higher Education Impact Ranking to learn more.
Sustainability Ranking 2025
- 60 overall globally, in the top 3% of over 1,700 institutions
- 6th in Canada
- Top 100 globally for Environmental Impact
- Top 30 globally for Social Impact
- Top 100 globally for Governance
Visit the QS World University Rankings Sustainability Rankings to learn more.