Sustainability in MNU
Pioneering Sustainable Futures for the Maldives

At The Maldives National University (MNU), sustainability is not just a goal—it is a responsibility. As the nation’s first and leading public university, we are committed to driving positive environmental, social, and economic change through education, research, and community engagements . 

We at MNU recognize the urgency of addressing sustainability challenges such as climate change, marine conservation, and resource management. We believe we are stewards of the environment and thus our sustainability vision is to empower students, staff, and communities to become champions of sustainability for a resilient Maldives through various forms of collaborations and partnerships

Our Work Towards Sustainability

  • Education & Research for Sustainable Development  
  • Community Engagement & Empowerment  
  • Global & Local Partnerships  

Time Higher Education Sustainability Impact Network connects universities from around the world to promote and advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It serves as the foundation for the new THE Sustainability Impact Ratings providing a platform for universities to measure, benchmark, and share best practices in their contributions to sustainability, fostering collaboration, and enhancing their global impact.

MNU is a member of this network since 2025 and stands to access a global network of HEIs working towards sustainability across the world. In doing so MNU through this network can gauge its sustainability initiatives with global metrics on SDGs.

 

End poverty in all its forms everywhere

End hunger

Good Health and Well-being

Quality Education

Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls

Ensure access to water and sanitation for all

Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy

Decent Work and Economic Growth

Reduce inequality within and among countries

Make cities inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable

Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns

Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts

Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources

Life on Land

Promote just, peaceful and inclusive societies

Partnerships for the Goals