Zhejiang University

About

Founded in 1897, Zhejiang University pursues the motto “Seeking Truth and Pursuing Innovation,” guided by values of excellence, integrity, and global engagement. With over 28,000 undergraduates and 41,000 graduate students, supported by more than 4,000 faculty and staff, ZJU offers comprehensive programs across arts, sciences, engineering, medicine, agriculture, law, economics, management, and more. The university’s research strengths include clean energy, aerospace technologies, life sciences, artificial intelligence, oceanography, and global public health. Its seven campuses house advanced laboratories, libraries, and affiliated hospitals, and ZJU maintains robust global partnerships—including dual-degree institutes with Edinburgh and Illinois—fostering international collaboration and innovation.

Sustainability at Zhejiang University

Zhejiang University is deeply committed to sustainability, weaving it into research, education, campus life, and outreach through its Z4G (“A Global ZJU for Social Good”) action plan. Faculty and students engage in interdisciplinary research on food security, clean energy, environment, health, and inclusive growth. Its curriculum and public programs foster sustainability literacy, while operations promote green practices (e.g. “Zero Food Waste” in dining halls). Campus culture emphasizes environmental responsibility, and community engagement seeks to align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals by advancing partnerships, innovation, and equity.

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