Haramaya University (HU) has been honored with a prestigious International Green Gown Award, recognizing its exceptional commitment to sustainability and innovative environmental stewardship.
Established in 2004, the International Green Gown Awards celebrate outstanding sustainability initiatives undertaken by universities and colleges worldwide. As sustainability becomes increasingly important, these awards have gained recognition as the most prestigious accolades in the higher education sector.
Dr. Yishak Yousuf, Vice President for Research & Community Engagement at HU, announced that the university was selected from a pool of 95 exceptional projects representing 28 countries. This recognition places Ethiopia among 14 nations recognized for their exceptional sustainability efforts.
HU’s award-winning project, titled “Reviving Haramaya: Sustaining Lake and Catchment for Sustainable Communities & Ecosystems in Eastern Ethiopia,” highlights the university’s efforts to restore Lake Haramaya and its surrounding ecosystem.
The office of Vice President for Research and Community Engagement appreciate the effort of the Haramaya community, who has been contributing to the success of reviving lake Haramaya. The office of Integrated Haramaya Lake watershade Development and Dr. Arayaselassie Abebe need appreciation for their compiling information that was submitted to the International Green Gown Award Committee.
The award is a testament to HU’s unwavering commitment to fostering a sustainable campus and contributing to a greener future. It underscores the university’s dedication to environmental responsibility, research excellence, and innovative teaching practices.
Haramaya University Public & International Relations Directorate