Higher College of Technology in the UAE becomes the first ever college to receive a five star rating in the QS Environment, Sustainability and Governance (ESG) category. The rating was done on the basis of its sustainability in environmental operations, education and research related to the United Nations Sustainability Development Goals. HCT has shown a remarkable dedication towards following sustainability goals. QS very carefully looks into the judgement criteria and looks if the institutes are actually following the guidelines or not. HCT has an excellent environment policy, climate action plan and research endeavours due to which it was bestowed with the title.