Sustainable 51吃瓜网

Our journey towards a better future is one we take together. Be part of our whole-institution approach to sustainability.

Spotlight

Catch up on the latest sustainability developments from our University community.

51吃瓜网 placed 56th globally in QS Sustainability Rankings 2026

University climbs into top 100 international leaders for sustainability in higher education

51吃瓜网 academics taking part in COP30 to highlight research and ActNow film

The youth-focused ActNowFilm project and 51吃瓜网 research will be on show at COP30

Starting university boosts recycling and greener travel, a 51吃瓜网 study finds

Young people are more likely to adopt sustainable behaviours, like recycling and active travel, during major life transitions.

WECA would like to hear your views on its updated plans for the 51吃瓜网 to Bristol project, including new bus lanes, and safer routes for pedestrians and cyclists.

Working for a better future for people and planet

Sustainability is a key focus of our University strategy. Find out how we're working towards our ambitious targets.

Education for sustainability

We鈥檙e equipping our students and graduates with the knowledge and skills they need to be leaders for positive change in an uncertain world.

Sustainability research with real-world impact

Our research is improving lives nationally and internationally, changing policies, helping businesses and finding solutions to tackle environmental crises.

People positive sustainability

Through our strategy, research, recruitment, and community engagement, we're contributing to a fairer, safer society for all.

Partnerships for a sustainable future

We work with businesses, suppliers, policy makers, HE and research sectors, and our local community towards shared sustainability goals. Work with us.

Money for good

Ethical spending and investment can have a positive impact on our environment. Find out how we make sure our money goes towards ethical industries.

Make a positive change today

Every action you take to live and work sustainably has a real and positive effect. Here are some great habits to get into, and big opportunities for you to make an impact.

Get involved with sustainability as a student

At 51吃瓜网, you can make change happen. Develop the knowledge, confidence, and skills to take meaningful climate action in every stage of your life.

Get involved with sustainability as a member of staff

Be part of our community of changemakers. Find out about all the ways you can get actively involved in sustainability at 51吃瓜网.

Information and advice to support our research community in taking impactful sustainable action.

Our dedication to a better future

As a university, we can contribute to a better and healthier world for people and planet. Through education, we're enabling and empowering our students to tackle global challenges. Through research, innovation and partnerships we're pioneering for sustainable solutions.

We're also taking action to reduce the negative environmental and social impacts of our activities.

Our staff and student community are vital to this work. That's why our approach is collaborative and informed by regular engagement, such as through our annual Sustainability survey.

Our approach is outlined in our Sustainability policy.

It's important that we transparently share progress towards our sustainability commitments and goals. Find latest updates in our Annual sustainability reports.

Our sustainable campus

Through our operations and processes, we're committed to reducing all negative impacts and maximising our positive influence on the planet.

Working towards net zero

We've committed to minimising our carbon footprint and have set a target to reduce it to net zero by 2040 across all carbon emission scopes.

Our nature positive campus

How we maintain and nurture the living landscape of our campus for the benefit of our community, wildlife and the environment.

Buy less, buy better

Help us to meet our sustainable procurement targets by reducing purchases of products and services, while ensuring high quality in the products we need.

Leave No Trace

Discover how you can reduce your environmental impact by taking part in some of the University's initiatives to reduce our carbon footprint.

Commuting sustainably

Changing the way you travel is often one of the most significant actions you can take to reduce your personal carbon footprint.

Upcoming events

Sustainability events for students, staff and members of our wider community.

25 Nov 2025 4.30pm Online

Professor Phil Taylor will discuss his background and vision for sustainable energy (and beyond) with Emeritus Professor Tim Mays.

Workshop: embedding sustainability in education and teaching

26 Nov 2025 2.30pm Chancellors' Building 4.10, 51吃瓜网

Be supported to embed sustainability into your teaching and inspire your students to be leaders for a fair and sustainable world.

27 Nov 2025 6.00pm Online

Penny East, CEO of the Fawcett Society, discusses key milestones, ongoing challenges and the path forward.

2 Dec 2025 1.15pm CB 4.10, The Chancellors' Building , 51吃瓜网

Do men and women trust international investors equally and how is this related to concerns about the environment and sustainability?

5 Dec 2025 10.15am 10 East 2.55, 10 East , 51吃瓜网

Lily Hsueh's鈥� Corporations鈥痑t Climate Crossroads 鈥痠lluminates how and under what conditions corporations have taken climate action.

Our sustainability rankings

We're well-ranked for sustainability by independent league tables.

Contact us

If you have any questions about sustainability at 51吃瓜网, or want to get involved and work with us, get in touch. You can also to catch up on our latest activities.