A strategic commitment to sustainability at all levels within a university or college is a fundamental prerequisite to an institution's overall success. All research that examines the implementation of sustainability bears the same conclusion: the commitment of the leaders within the organisation is critical, as is encouraging and supporting staff at all levels to be leaders!
The redevelopment of Durham Business School demonstrates how embracing sustainable technologies within existing buildings can deliver value, improve environmental performance...
Committing to Environmental Excellence Flinders university is committed to environmental excellence and the development of curricula and cross disciplinary research on...
The University of Greenwich will install a biofuel (glycerol) fired Combined Heat and Power (CHP) plant at its Medway Campus in Kent this year – believed to be the first...
The University of Gloucestershire has adopted a steady, simple but long term approach to carbon reduction, focusing on ensuring that all decisions at all levels consider the...
Growing at Griffith focuses on three innovative biodiversity projects that builds on Griffith’s commitment to maintaining environmental integrity on its campuses.
Thinking outside the rectangle: beyond the carpark for sustainable transport. In a few short years, implementation of the University of Tasmania’s sustainable transport...
The Trickle Effect – Working flexibly with Aboriginal communities to build capability in resource efficiency. A state wide delivery of the Cert Iv Home Sustainability Assessment...
tate of the Tropics. Half of the world’s population and 67% of the world’s children under 15 years of age will be living in the Tropics by 2050, raising serious...
Progressing sustainability via continuous pursuit of environmental excellence. The University of Auckland has come a long way since the early 1980s when we first started...
Doing the right thing – a holistic approach to sustainability. At Otago Polytechnic we believe in doing the right thing. Our goals are to have every graduate a sustainable...
Shaping Sustainable Cities. RMIT’s vision is to be urban in orientation and creativity, shaping sustainable cities and drawing inspiration from the challenges and...
The Green Gown Awards Australasia Winners’ summary 2014 provides a summary of the projects recognised by this year's Awards, the International Awards and the ACTS...
In this EAUC Meet a Member career profile, see how Simon Goldsmith (Head of Sustainability) is driving forward sustainability across the University of Greenwich.
The presentation from the Transformational Leadership Summit presentation which formed part of the “Challenging Connections” EAUC Annual Conference 2015 which saw...
De Montfort University present their 2012/13 Environmental Report.
University of Oxford present their 2011/2012 Sustainability Report.
University of Bath present their 2014 Annual Sustainability Report.
View the photographs taken at "Challenging Connections" Annual Conference 2015.
We wanted to get some useful sustainable business tops tips from each of our 2015 EAUC Annual Conference sponsors - these are the tips from Salix.
We wanted to get some useful sustainable business tops tips from each of our 2015 EAUC Annual Conference sponsors - these are the tips from Interface.
We asked our EAUC Annual Conference sponsors how they Challenged their Connections - this is what they said!
A case study from Interface where Human Nature, the latest global collection from the modular flooring manufacturer, has been used in the refurbishment of the University of...
This video is from the Student Sustainability Summit 2015, in partnership with NUS and People & Planet, presented by Sara Parkin.
A case study from British Gas and Sainsbury's about the adoption of Ground Source Heat Pumps, part of Sainsbury’s 20x20 Sustainability plan.
A blog post by Carbon Credentials which addresses the significance of the University Green League to institutions' sustainability journey
A blog post by Will Jenkins, Carbon Credentials about the Role of Tertiary Education in the Transition to Sustainable Cities
Sheffield Hallam University present their 2013/14 Annual Sustainability Report.
Keele University present their 2013 Sustainability Report.
This presentation is from the “Challenging Connections” EAUC Annual Conference 2015, presented by Oxford Brookes and EAUC and falls under the Estates and Operations...
This presentation is the opening Keynote on Day 2 of the “Challenging Connections” EAUC Annual Conference 2015, presented by John Robinson, The University of British...
This presentation is the opening Keynote on Day 2 of the “Challenging Connections” EAUC Annual Conference 2015, presented by Giles Hutchins, Speaker, writer, adviser...
This presentation was the Keynote for the Further Education Summit, part of the “Challenging Connections” EAUC Annual Conference 2015, presented by Leeds College of...
This presentation is from the “Challenging Connections” EAUC Annual Conference 2015, presented by University of Leeds and falls under the Leadership and Governance...
This presentation is from the “Challenging Connections” EAUC Annual Conference 2015, presented by UNEP, Multimedia University Nairobi and Tongi University, China and...
The EAUC Annual Conference 2015 programme in full!
This presentation is from the “Challenging Connections” EAUC Annual Conference 2015, presented by IEMA and NUS and falls under the Partnership and Engagement Stream.
This presentation is from the “Challenging Connections” EAUC Annual Conference 2015, presented by Plymouth University and The EAUC and falls under the Leadership and...
The University of Leeds have recently launched a sustainability strategy in order to achieve these aims across the institution. The strategy focuses on four themes:...
University of Worcester present their 2013/14 Sustainability Report.
University of Liverpool present their 2013/14 Sustainability Report.
Oxford Brookes University present their 2012/13 Sustainability Report.
Cardiff Metropolitan University present their 2012/13 Sustainability Report in Issuu form.
University of Wolverhampton present their 2012/13 Sustainability Report.
Queen Mary University of London present their 2013/14 Sustainability Report.
City University London present their 2013/14 Sustainability Report.
This issue of the PRI Academic Network focuses on PRI impact. The articles in this edition of the newsletter touch upon many issues that that PRI has addressed since its...
Key Sustainability Issues and related research questions for Plymouth. Plymouth University (PU) Institute for Sustainability Solutions Research (ISSR) and Plymouth City Council...
The Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI) is pleased to release the 2014 Annual Report, which outlines the progress of the Initiative over the last year to deliver on its...
Plymouth University present their 2014 Sustainability Report.
An international report has been released by the International Council for Science which provides an expert commentary on the proposed 2015 Sustainable Development Goals
The Story of Solutions explores how we can move our economy in a more sustainable and just direction, starting with orienting ourselves toward a new goal.
University of London present their 2014 Annual Sustainability Report
SPLC has released its Guidance for Leadership in Sustainable Purchasing v1.0. It provides extensive information on sustainable procurement in several different product categories
This newly released five minute video presents ten key findings from the United Nations Decade of Education for Sustainable Development (2005-2014).
This case study focuses on Leadership for Sustainable Development following research in 2014 into the way the FE sector in Wales is embracing the concept of sustainable...
A final report from Cynnal Cymru - Sustain Wales from research in 2014 into the way the FE sector in Wales is embracing the concept of sustainable development and turning theory...
Cynnal Cymru – Sustain Wales policy which is an over-arching statement that recognises that many of the practical actions consistent with a commitment to the principles of...
The 2014 Green Gown Awards Winners’ Brochure which explores the journeys all these institutions have taken.
Interface are always looking towards the future and lead by example in design, innovation and sustainability. We can help you design great spaces with sustainability built-in....
The Environment and Public Policy MSc embraces and offers an excellent grounding in sustainability, managed ecosystem exploitation, and new and unfamiliar challenges
University of Gloucestershire (UoG) has been engaged in sustainability for many years and has worked hard to progress its integrated strategy
Since launching its Social Responsibility and Sustainability Strategy in 2010, the University of Edinburgh has strived to understand its impact on the world
LSE published its first Environmental Policy in 2005. Since then, the School has come a long way on its journey to embed sustainability in all aspects of the School’s day...
Over the last 5 years, Blackpool and The Fylde College (B&FC) has taken on the challenge of integrating sustainability across every corporate department and curriculum area.
Aston Go Green is a catchall term to summarise the wide range of sustainability initiatives at Aston University. The main benefits have been legal compliance and financial saving
Green Dragons is the first student-led sustainability project at City University London giving teams of students an opportunity to obtain funding for collaborative...
Professor John Brooks has been dedicated to his vision of the University for World-Class Professionals.
The leadership excellence shown by Professor Daniella Tilbury is easy to see: under her direction, the University of Gloucestershire has maintained an excellent performance...
Professor James Longhurst (Jim) leads the University of the West of England’s (UWE) approach to embedding sustainability into the business of the University, particularly...
Diana has grown up in what is classed as one of the most deprived areas of Greater Manchester and understands firsthand the lack of opportunities and community based activities
Ian is an inspirational and tenacious individual who has produced a step change in sustainability for Hull College. It seems there has been no stone left unturned in the quest...
Over the last six years, Keith Holmes has been Environmental Champion within Coventry University’s School of Art and Design.
Shane Foster is a committed and dedicated catalyst for change and continuous improvement. Shane has been innovative in driving sustainability from the classroom to the...
Jonathan is a true champion who has gone above and beyond the call of duty to embed, create a legacy for sustainability, and successfully engage his College staff to further...
Joel Cardinal is absolutely tireless, working ridiculous hours to be part of a vast range of environmental activities, from building projects to research to student societies to...
Emily has been a pioneer for the University, carving a place for sustainability initiatives, generating University-wide interest & determinedly driving sustainability up the...
GUEST is a student led environmental sustainability body who strive to engage the broader University community to promote ecological awareness and positive environmental action
From saving electricity to increasing biodiversity and pioneering the use of organic calico, Rachel engages community members, students and staff from diverse disciplines
The real question was ‘How does one embed sustainability in the ethos of an institution?' We achieved this through a whole range of initiatives
By following the below link, you will be able to find out information about ReEntry, the service delivered by Interface to ensure their products have another life beyond their use.
Mission Zero is Interface's aim to be fully sustainable by 2020. This resource gives you access to the infographic, the "What If" report and the video "There...
Net-Works enables local residents to collect discarded nets, which wreak havoc with the marine ecosystem, and sell them back into a global supply chain
NUS conducts monthly surveys among students to gauge opinions on a range of issues, some of which related to climate change and sustainability.
The Winners' Brochure for the International Green Gown Awards 2014 which brings together the finalists and winners of these Awards which are growing globally.
A presentation by Jo Matthews from the EAUC 13th Annual Conference 2009.
A presentation by Mike Barry from the EAUC 13th Annual Conference 2009.
A presentation by David Beards from the 13th Annual EAUC Conference 2009.
The guide contains video clips, insights, tips and adaptable tools for institutions to take and use, to help in the development of strategic approaches to EfS
A video created as a snapshot of the EAUC Annual Conference 2014 at Nottingham Trent University.
EAUC's Annual and Impact reports from 2013 showing a year of work and achievement.
Legal update for EAUC Members (September 2014) which includes batteries directive, SWMP in wales, ISO 140001, plastic bag charges.
This leaflet uses the assessment made in the manifesto to set out 10 main areas for action for an incoming government in 2015.
UCU handbook which is designed to support the work of UCU members who represent the union on environmental issues.
Legal update for EAUC Members (September 2012) about the replacement of Business Link and Direct.gov
Association of University Directors of Estate's (AUDE) comprehensive annual report which details the impact of University estates and facilities across the UK (2014).
Claire Mather emailed the Members’ network to ask who has annual CSR, Sustainability, Environmental and Health, Safety and Environment Reports – see the results.
A quarterly briefing paper which is submitted to AUDE members which ensures the voice of the EAUC and its Members are heard at this strategic level. September 2014 issue.
A quarterly briefing paper which is submitted to AUDE members which ensures the voice of the EAUC and its Members are heard at this strategic level. May 2014 issue.
How to create the ultimate sustainability business case using carbon, energy, staffing and biodiversity as examples. Also includes the top 10 things to include.
This handbook is designed to support the work of members who represent the union on environmental issues. It will help in the appointment of new reps and contribute to put...