Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) has significantly improved its standing in global sustainability rankings, achieving fifth place worldwide in the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) Sustainability Impact Ratings. This marks a substantial advancement for the Malaysian university, demonstrating its commitment to environmental and social responsibility. The THE Impact Ratings assess universities based on their contributions to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals. USM’s performance reflects progress across various sustainability metrics, though specific details of the assessment criteria and USM’s strengths were not immediately available. This ranking positions USM as a leader in sustainability among higher education institutions globally. The university is based in George Town, Malaysia. Further information regarding the methodology and detailed results can be found on the Times Higher Education website.