Regional co-host: North America

About Florida International University

Florida International University (FIU) is a top 50 public university that drives talent and innovation in Miami and globally. With very high research (R1) activity and high economic mobility, FIU is committed to accelerating student success in a dynamic global city. The university focuses on key areas such as environment, health, and technology and innovation.

Serving a student body of more than 56,000 across two campuses and multiple centres, FIU ranks number 46 among public universities, according to U.S. News & World Report, with several programmes, including international business, ranked among the nation’s best.

"At FIU, we are proud to partner with Times Higher Education and the Global Sustainable Development Congress. This collaboration allows us to amplify our commitment to sustainability and innovation, using our research and expertise to tackle global challenges and create lasting solutions for a better future."

– Dr Elizabeth Bejar, Provost, Florida International University

Sustainability spotlight

Florida International University (FIU) is a committed partner in advancing global sustainability through research, innovation and community engagement. With a strategic focus on environmental resilience, FIU leads efforts to address critical global and local environmental challenges. The university is recognised for its excellence in environmental research and for its dedication to creating sustainable solutions in areas such as climate resilience, ecosystem preservation and sustainable urban development.

FIU’s environmental pillar is demonstrated through groundbreaking initiatives, including the Institute of Environment, which conducts pioneering research on marine conservation, climate adaptation and biodiversity preservation.

FIU’s Wall of Wind, a state-of-the-art facility for wind and hurricane research, plays a crucial role in studying storm impact and developing technologies to mitigate damage from extreme weather events. Additionally, our Everglades Research focuses on ecosystem restoration, protecting one of the most unique and vulnerable ecosystems in the world. Our partnerships extend beyond campus, with FIU playing a central role in global marine protection through programmes such as the Medina Aquarius Program and FIU Aquarius, the world’s only underwater research lab.