Sunway University and Lancaster University Win Sustainability Award at the 10th Annual PIEoneer Awards
Sunway University and Lancaster University have won the prestigious Sustainability International Impact Award at the 10th anniversary edition of The PIEoneer Awards held at the Guildhall in London. The accolade recognises the global contributions of the Future Cities Research Institute (FCRI) in advancing sustainable urban development, climate resilience, and environmental health. The award was accepted by Prof. Simon Guy, on behalf of both Sunway University and Lancaster University
Global Recognition for Urban Sustainability and Innovation
Future Cities Research Institute (FCRI): Established as a collaborative flagship initiative between Sunway University and Lancaster University, the FCRI brings together interdisciplinary research expertise to address urgent global challenges in urban sustainability and climate resilience.
Decade of Global Higher Education Excellence: Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the PIEoneer Awards celebrate individuals and organisations driving innovation, standards, and transformational change across global higher education.
Milestone Strategic Partnership: The award coincides with 20 years of academic and research collaboration between Sunway University and Lancaster University, highlighting a shared commitment to impactful global research.
Advancing Research and Sustainable Global Impact
The PIEoneer Awards brought together global education leaders to celebrate benchmark-setting achievements across 21 categories. The distinguished international judging panel selected the FCRI for its pioneering approach to cross-border research collaboration and real-world environmental solutions.
This global recognition reinforces Sunway University’s commitment to planetary health, transdisciplinary research, and international alliance-building as a premier destination for sustainable education and global impact.
