Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) is a foundation university based in Istanbul, established in 2008 and granted university status in 2011. Since its foundation, IGU has operated with the mission of enhancing quality, accessibility, and diversity in higher education. The university considers education, research, and community service as its core areas of activity. IGU aims to educate students as internationally competent individuals who adhere to scientific ethical values, think creatively, and are conscious of sustainability. To this end, it continuously updates its student-centered educational programs and focuses on graduating qualified individuals who meet the needs of the modern era.
The university’s core values include respect for individual differences, openness and transparency, an interdisciplinary approach, the principle of sustainability, collaboration with the real sector, and a commitment to continuous improvement. IGU contributes to knowledge production by conducting research activities both nationally and internationally and strengthens its societal impact through social responsibility projects and public-private partnerships. Within the framework of its 2024–2028 Strategic Plan, IGU envisions generating a global impact in the field of higher education and contributing to societal development through qualified knowledge.
SDG 13 Climate Action, one of the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG), provides a global framework for mitigating the adverse impacts of climate change, strengthening resilience to climate disasters, and accelerating the transition to a low-carbon future. Climate change is a global crisis that directly impacts ecosystems, economic activity, health conditions, and the well-being of societies.
Universities are crucial stakeholders in combating climate change through the production of scientific knowledge, the development of sustainable energy solutions, policy recommendations, public awareness campaigns, and educational activities. In this context, SDG 13 is not only an environmental goal but also a global responsibility requiring urgent action, impacting the achievement of all SDGs.
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES OF CLIMATE ACTION
Achieving corporate sustainability goals is supported by effective measures against climate change, long-term environmental policies, and strong governance principles. Istanbul Gelisim University (IGU) embraces inclusive stakeholder engagement and a transparent and accountable management approach in line with its strategic plans and sustainability policies.
This approach creates a broad impact through research focused on climate action, environmental responsibility projects, and multi-stakeholder collaborations, contributing to building a low-carbon and climate-resilient future.
