Responsible University
Our ambitious goals encompass a wide range of interconnected issues, providing a blueprint for a more equitable, prosperous, and sustainable world by 2030.
Our Missions
We believe in creating leaders who not only do well but do good. That’s why the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are at the core of everything we do, from our curriculum and pioneering research to our community activities and our impact on the world around us.
Caring for Our People
Our people are our most important asset, which is why we are continually innovating our approaches to attracting, upskilling, and retaining talent while celebrating their accomplishments.
Empowering Our Sustainable Future
We are committed to driving positive change in sustainability-related education and research to help solve the world’s sustainability challenges.
Discoveries for Impact
We amplify our economic and societal impact through strong collaboration, nurturing the next generation of innovators to thrive in an ever-changing world.
Advancing Actions for Climate and Health
We make sustainability a driving force across all operations to ensure a better environment for current and future generations.
Championing Diversity and Inclusion
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that respects and values the differences of individuals from around the globe.
SDGs News
Upcoming Events
Learn what’s happening around the campus related to SDGs and get involved.
Academy of Interdisciplinary Studies (AIS) Sustainability Seminar Series Spring 2026 - Beyond Carbon: Why Nature Risk Is Business Risk
Academy of Interdisciplinary Studies (AIS) Sustainability Seminar Series Spring 2026 - Infrastructuring Mobilities in the Greater Bay Area: The Rise of Infrastructural Regionalism at the Conjecture of Polycrisis
PhD Thesis Presentation - From Climate Policy to Market Risk: Green Bond Pricing, Carbon Risk Premium, and Greenwashing Risk
PhD Thesis Presentation - Circular Economy of End-of-life Electronics: Case Analysis of Material Flow, Socio-economic and Environmental Impacts in Hong Kong
![[Call for Participation] APRU Sustainable Cities and Landscapes Conference 2026](https://calendar.hkust.edu.hk/sites/prod.ucal02.ust.hk/files/2025-12/Blue%20Gradient%20Header%20Banner%20%2812%29.png)
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