Stockholm University Ranked 25th in the World in Environmental Science
Stockholm University has been ranked 25th globally in Environmental Science & Engineering in the 2026 Academic Ranking of World Universities by Subject, commonly known as the Shanghai Ranking. This places the University among the top institutions worldwide for research excellence in environmental science.
Geovetenskapens hus from the air. Photo: Stockholm University
The annual subject ranking evaluates more than 5,000 universities and highlights the world’s strongest research environments. Stockholm University also placed within the global top 50 in three additional subjects:
- Sociology – 41
- Earth Sciences – 42
- Political Sciences – 49
Measures of research excellence
The Shanghai subject rankings assess universities on several indicators of research quality, including:
- The number of alumni and staff who have received major international awards
- The number of highly cited researchers in each field
- Publications in top-tier journals such as Nature and Science
- Overall research impact and international collaborations
The strong results reflect Stockholm University’s long-standing leadership in environmental and climate research. From Arctic climate processes and atmospheric chemistry to Earth system science and oceanography, SU researchers contribute high-impact work that advances scientific understanding and informs global policy.
A leading hub for Environmental Science
Environmental Science & Engineering is a multidisciplinary field that brings together atmospheric science, biogeochemistry, environmental chemistry, ecology, oceanography, and climate dynamics. The ranking underscores the University’s commitment to tackling some of society’s most urgent challenges, including climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution and sustainability transitions.
Last updated: 2026-09-18
Source: Department of Environmental Science