Importance of Sustainability

The concept of sustainability and corporate social responsibility has become increasingly more important in the last decade. Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) are not immune to sustainability issues and have thus been affected by the increased awareness in environmental and social responsibilities HEIs should assume leadership in sustainability and at the same time act as drivers of change towards a sustainable world. By demonstrating sustainable practices, HEIs have the opportunity to educated the leaders of tomorrow about the importance of sustainability.