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Sustainability at ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ

From cutting-edge research to community engagement and green campus initiatives, at University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ, we’re on a journey to becoming a more sustainable university.

Take a look at our environmental sustainability case studies, encompassing our work and projects in Research, Education, Engagement, and Operations. You can learn more about how we're engaging with the Sustainable Development Goals, both internally and with our external partners.

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23 Oct 2025

Donation Drive Diverts 9.5 Tonnes of Items from Waste

The University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ diverted 9.5 tonnes of items from waste, reused 6.6 tonnes, and raised over £5,100 for charity in their end-of-term Donation Drive.

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Tags: Operations
02 Jul 2025

Maximizing Efficiency Driving Savings and Sustainability Behind the Scene

Take a behind-the-scenes look at the Energy and Sustainability team's work managing campus energy.

Tags: Operations
10 Jun 2025

Nature Positive Pledge: Our commitment to halting and reversing nature loss on campus

ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ has signed the Nature Positive Pledge – a commitment to start a journey to halt and reverse nature loss, and to actively restore biodiversity and ecosystems affected by our activities.

Tags: Operations
07 Jun 2025

Community Fridge: Circular Economy in Practice

The Community Fridge demonstrates circular economy principles through partnership between Chemistry, ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ Food Group, and Energy & Sustainability teams.

28 May 2025

Optimising Gallery Ventilation for Energy Efficiency at ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ Arts Centre

The Mead Gallery ventilation was upgraded with smart controls, reducing energy use significantly while supporting sustainability and operational efficiency.

Tags: Operations
22 May 2025

Championing Circularity Through the ReStart® Program

The University of ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ demonstrated its commitment to sustainability and the circular economy by partnering with Maris Interiors and Tarkett in the ReStart® program, successfully recovering 4,737 kilograms of carpet tiles from Riley Court to reduce waste and extend material lifecycles.

Tags: Operations
25 Feb 2025

Circular Economy: Radcliffe Lounge Reupholstery Project

Radcliffe has been reimagined with a sleek, sustainable makeover, embracing the circular economy to refresh existing furniture—delivering a modern, high-end space while cutting costs and slashing carbon emissions.

Tags: Operations
26 Oct 2024

Donation Drive Saves Over 8 Tonnes of Items from Going to General Waste

The Donation Drive is a project to reduce the environmental impact of move out by making it easier for students to donate unwanted items before they leave campus. This proactive system prevents waste, reduces the University’s carbon footprint and supports incoming students and local charities.

Tags: Operations
27 Mar 2024

Our Energy Strategy

Our Energy Strategy is based on three principles: Reduce, Decarbonise, Smart.  We have case studies available for each, which can be found below:

Tags: Operations
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