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Taking the lead on global grand challenges
At the University of Leeds, we are committed to embedding sustainability in everything we do. To us, sustainability means creating value for society by taking responsibility for our economic, cultural, social and environmental impacts. We draw on the diverse expertise of our students, staff and partners to collaborate in finding sustainable solutions to global challenges, and to maintain our position as world-leaders in sustainability.
Sustainability is a journey. Though society may not have all of the answers now, we are committed to using the University’s assets to tackle global challenges. On our website, you can explore what’s happening across the University, including our world-leading research and education, how we’re using our campus to find solutions to local and world challenges, and what you can do to be a part of our sustainable community.
Sustainable Development Goals
We use the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) to help guide our activity, and we do so inclusively, making sure everyone’s voice is heard and considered along the way. Read more about the University's positive actions to impact the 17 Sustainable Development Goals.
News
Making a difference: The impact of our winter coat donations
We are delighted to share the incredible impact of our recent winter coat collection for Zero Waste Leeds. Thanks to the generous donations of our University community we collected: 111 adult coats, 35 children’s coats, and 166 winter accessories. This effort has not only provided warmth across the city but also significantly benefitted the environment....
Blueprint programme wins global recognition: ISCN Excellence Awards
The University’s Blueprint programme has received international recognition though the annual International Sustainable Campus Network (ISCN) Excellence Awards. What is Blueprint? Led by the Sustainability Service, Blueprint is our flagship staff engagement programme. It supports the University’s Schools and Services to develop five-year plans to embed sustainable practices throughout their operations. Blueprint enables teams across...
New research partnership to map nature recovery strategies
We’re thrilled to announce a new research partnership that aims to align nature recovery policies with grassroots community action to create a greener, healthier and more biodiverse Leeds. This project utilises Leeds Social Science Institute’s PGR Placement scheme to connect PhD researcher Xiaojia Lyu with Hyde Park Source, an environmental charity specialising in improving health and...
Blogs
Turning ambitious net zero plans into action
As we reach a pivotal point on our net zero pathway, James Dixon-Gough, Head of Net Zero Delivery, gives us an update on progress so...
January LUNSHE: Exploring Creativity, Open Education, and Sustainability
On 21st January, the LUNSHE (Leeds University Network for Sustainability in Higher Education) community had the pleasure of hosting Professor Chrissi Nerantzi, institutional lead for...
Student voices for a greener future: a Climate Action Leeds collaboration
As 2024 drew to a close, the Sustainability Service’s Positive Impact Partners programme teamed up with Climate Action Leeds (CAL) to host an insightful discussion...