CGC University, Mohali, Receives Green Campus GOLD Certification for Environmental Sustainability CGC University, Mohali, has been awarded the prestigious Green Campus – GOLD Certification & Award by The Climate Project India & South Asia, an initiative led by former U.S. Vice President Al Gore, in recognition of the university’s consistent and impactful commitment to environmental sustainability. The certification was conferred in November 2025, with the university securing a notable score of 82 points, aligned with NAAC Criterion 7.1 – Environmental Consciousness and Sustainability. The assessment acknowledges CGC University’s structured approach toward integrating sustainability into campus operations, academic planning, governance, and stakeholder participation. CGC University has proactively implemented a range of green initiatives focused on creating a sustainable campus ecosystem. These include responsible energy consumption practices, waste segregation and management systems, promotion of paperless administrative processes, extensive green landscaping, water conservation measures, and the development of environmentally efficient infrastructure. Emphasis has also been placed on maintaining a clean, resource-efficient, and eco-friendly learning environment. The university actively engages faculty members and students in sustainability efforts through environmental awareness programs, tree plantation drives, clean-campus campaigns, eco-clubs, and community outreach activities. Sustainability-oriented projects, research initiatives, and curricular engagements encourage students to develop practical solutions for real-world environmental challenges, fostering a culture of environmental responsibility from within the academic community. Earning the Green Campus – GOLD Certification positions CGC University, Mohali, among higher education institutions that are making meaningful contributions to national and global sustainability goals. The recognition reinforces the university’s vision of promoting responsible citizenship, environmental stewardship, and long-term ecological balance through education and collective action. CGC University remains committed to advancing its green agenda, empowering its academic community, and working towards a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable tomorrow.