Hillside Environmental Services has summarised and clarified all of the reporting requirements you need to meet and protocols you need to adopt in baselining, evaluating, and...
A collaboration between Glasgow School of Art, University of Glasgow and Glasgow City Council; helping communicate sustainability data better and engage staff and students.
Many institutions struggle to implement an institution-wide programme for recycling and reusing their electronic waste. University of the Highlands and Islands’ Perth...
Academic researcher Callum Egan, working in the field of human-computer interaction, is developing permaculture-inspired sustainability gardens at Edinburgh Napier...
The University of Westminster is take a different approach to communicating the benefits of going vegetarian by using the 'Part-time Carnivore Loyalty Card'
The benefits of introducing a joint role between the Catering Department and Sustainability Team.
The University of Cambridge’s Sustainable Food Policy aims to reduce the central catering department’s impact on the environment through, among other initiatives,...
NUS covered the story of Trinity Saint David's Students' Union (TSDSU) quest for a plastic free venue. Read more here.
NUS launched #TheLastStraw – a campaign to stop the use of single-use plastic straws in students’ unions and beyond. Read more here.
Sheffield Students' Union is opening a whole shop dedicated to environmentally friendly household goods and wholefoods without the packaging. Read the full article here.
Clean Air Europe released a Sustainable Parking Management guideline document in 2015. This is available here.
The Carbon Trust have free and impartial publications to help reduce your organisation's environmental impact: the guides give advice on energy efficiency,...
EAUC and AUDE are delighted to launch guidance for the education sector on how to calculate Scope 3 carbon emissions. EAUC and AUDE are committed to supporting the sector....
On the 28th November 2017 EAUC-Scotland hosted a webinar exploring the disposable cup challenge. This was held with contributions from Michael Lenaghan, Environmental Analyst at...
The United Kingdom National Commission for UNESCO have produced a series of good practice case studies in ESD from across the political jurisdictions of the UK. The document was...
Resource on the third part of the Careers Project: Winning a Job in Sustainability, including webinar.
Resource on the second part of the Careers Project: Preparing for a Job in Sustainability, including webinar.
Resource on the first part of the Careers Project: Understanding Sustainability Jobs. This includes a link to a webinar held on the same topic.
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are viewed in the context of Johan Rockström’s work on planetary boundaries at the Stockholm Resilience Centre. This work sets a...
John Bailey, Head of Sustainability, University of London emailed the Members’ network asking, “We are hoping to create some guidance for architects and designers...
Jamie Agombar, Head of Sustainability, NUS emailed the Biodiversity Community of Practice with the following request, “We are working with The Woodland Trust on their...
Jon Gilbert, Sustainability Support Officer, Bournemouth University emailed the Members’ network to ask, “At Bournemouth we are in the process of developing a...
Katie Ridley, Sustainability Adviser, Northumbria University emailed the Transport Planning network to ask, “I am trying to get a feel for cycling facilities at other...
Pam Reynolds, Sustainability Manager, Blackpool and The Fylde College emailed the Members network to ask, “I need a little advice. We have been approached by Aquasave...
Andrew Bryers, Energy, Environment and Sustainability Manager, Aston University emailed the Energy and Water Community of Practice to ask, “Has anyone put together a...
Progressing national SDGs implementation: experiences and recommendations from 2016 - Bond Since the signing of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2015, countries...
Pearl Costello, Environmental Officer, Royal Agricultural University emailed both the Members’ and the Sustainability in Higher Education Developers (SHED) networks...
There have been many posts on the Members’ network about recycling paper cups David Brugman, Environmental Services Manager, Oxford Brookes University started a...
Pathway to Best Practice - a briefing for senior management team: heads of IT, estates, strategy and procurement.
Heike Singleton, Carbon Management Officer, University of York emailed the Members network with the following: “We are currently reviewing our carbon reduction targets...
These troubled economic times mean that we need enterprising people now more than ever. Fresh thinkers who spot opportunities, apply their entrepreneurial talents and overcome...
In 2015, we partnered with Scouts, the Canal and Rivers Trust, and RSPB to ask young people about their perceptions on their involvement in local decisions, and how they can...
In 2016, NUS began work on a clothing rental scheme for students' unions - applying the principles of the circular economy. The process started by conducting research...
NUS are really proud to be able to publish our full report on Students’ Green Fund – demonstrating the incredible impact which our movement’s 25 transformational...
In 2012, NUS asked students about what they understood Fairtrade to mean, as well as how important it was to them, where they get their Fairtrade clothing from, and what they...
Homes Fit For Study revealed that over three quarters of students have a problem with the condition of their home, as well as other insights into the environmental performance...
When NUS launched our food growing programme Student Eats in 2015, we conducted some research among students to find out more about their eating habits and attitudes.
For the sixth year in a row, 80 per cent of students have told NUS that they want their institutions to be doing more on sustainability, and 60 per cent want to learn more about...
Matt Dunlop, Head of Sustainability, Newcastle University emailed the Members' network and the British Association of Cleaning in Higher Education (BACHE)...
The YouthXchange Green Skills and Lifestyles guidebook, which focuses on the challenges, opportunities and good practices related to green economies and societies, is the second...
"This Government is committed to becoming the ‘greenest ever.’ In support of our wider policy goals we need to be leading by example. This action plan sets out...
University of Leeds has been working on a new ‘biodiversity standard’. This is an overarching document with site-specific action plans sitting underneath it...
A member who wanted to remain anonymous asked the EAUC to email the ISO14001 CoP asking, “What do members find the most convenient and user friendly document management...
Sara Wilkes, Energy, Environment and Sustainability Assistant, Aston University emailed the Transport Planning network asking, “Has anyone set up a fleet of Enterprise...
Changing food waste behaviours Food waste is one of the most significant environmental and social problems facing society. This landmark study field-tested the influence of a...
A sustainable education for future business leaders Sheffield Business School (SBS) has succeeded in embedding sustainability into every postgraduate and undergraduate course...
University of Sheffield brings ‘superfresh’ milk to its campus A first of its kind collaboration between the University of Sheffield and Our Cow Molly to provide...
Helping bees and other pollinators The University has over the past few years been trying to create habitat and by doing so broaden species range and biodiversity across...
Systems in harmony Sheffield Hallam University has operated two certified environmental and energy management systems since 2011. Their ongoing integration with all...
Pam Reynolds, Sustainability Manager, Blackpool and The Fylde College emailed the Members’ network asking, “Does anyone have a paper cup recycling scheme at their...
John Thorne, Sustainability Coordinator, Glasgow School of Art emailed the Members’ network to ask if anyone used chemical free cleaning. John collated the responses and...
NUS has published a new positive investment resource, which seeks to provide information on the responsible investment options available to institutions that are divesting....
An independent evaluation of the PRI's achievements and challenges at 10 years - April 2016 Download the full report.
Fabia Jeddere-Fisher, Energy Manager, The University of the West of England emailed the Energy and Water Community of Practice to ask, “I’m doing some...
Dan Fernbank, Energy Manager, University of Reading posted the following message on the Members’ network. “We’re currently reviewing our application of...
Simon Forth, Environment Co-ordinator, University of Wolverhampton emailed the Transport Planning network to ask, “We’re running a small fleet of inter-site buses...
Patrick Flavin, Carbon and Energy Reduction Officer, University of Huddersfield, emailed the Energy and Water Community of Practice to ask, “We’re reconfiguring...
This example is from Interface's Net-Works programme, an inclusive business model that collects discarded fishing nets from coastal communities and recycles them.
The students arriving on campus these days are very discerning. Their goals differ from those of the previous generations. And they bring a strong sense of community,...
Kirsti Norris, Carbon Budgets Manager, University of the West of England emailed the Energy & Water Community of Practice to ask, “As part of our carbon reduction...
“£5 billion spent on new buildings each year, these buildings use 2-3x more energy than designed” - 2014 Green Construction Board Report Building on...
Ben Tongue, Healthy Environment Manager, University of Bradford emailed the Members’ network asking, “Would anyone be able to recommend a WEEE collection...
Paul Roberts, Waste and Resources Manager, University of the West of England emailed the Members network to ask, “Does anyone have experience of making a recycling...
Andrew Bryers, Energy, Environment and Sustainability Manager, Aston University emailed the Members’ network asking, “As you may have read in an earlier email to...
Abigail Dombey, Environmental Manager, University of Brighton emailed the Members’ network asking, “We’re about to go out to tender for our end of year...
Fabia Jeddere-Fisher, Energy Engineer, University of the West of England emailed the Energy and Water Community of Practice to say, “Hello there Large energy...
Andrew Thomas, Sustainability Engineer, University of Warwick emailed the Energy & Water Community of Practice to say, “This is my first time posting to this group....
Sarah Johnson, Environment and Utilities Officer, Anglia Ruskin University emailed the Energy & Water Community of Practice for help in identifying a water check meter from...
Sarah Hayes, Environmental Data Analyst - Sustainability Hub, Kingston University emailed the Members’ network to ask, “I just wondered if anyone has tried to...
Steph Evans, Environment and Sustainability Officer, University of Roehampton emailed the Members’ network to ask for advice about the new hazardous waste changes which...
Fiona Macey, Sustainable Travel and Transport Manager, University of York emailed the Transport Planning Network Community of Practice to ask, “Does anyone know...
Pearl Costello, Environmental Officer, Royal Agricultural University emailed the Biodiversity Community of Practice asking, “I have a quick biodiversity question for...
Ben Tongue, Environmental Manager, University of Bradford emailed the Biodiversity Community of Practice to ask, “I’m looking at beefing up our biodiversity...
Travel Plan Services produced the University of York's 'Travel Plan Strategy 2015 - 2020' – the travel plan is easy to read, gets the message across and looks...
In this EAUC Member Spotlight, see how Sheffield Hallam University's sustainability programme engages staff and students to ensure progress against our environmental...
Cycling 4 All uses disabled student engagement as an entry point to sustainability using a social learning model.
Ten, cross disciplinary Discovery Themes have been developed to ensure all students from across the University have access to core knowledge and skills which underpin the Leeds...
The University of Leeds is responsive to the needs of its stakeholders and wider community. They asked the University to make a more positive impact on society
The Bright Building is a unique sustainable building using innovative construction techniques and technologies
In this Meet a Member career profile, see how Adam Caspi (Energy and Sustainability Placement Student) is engaging and teaching staff and students to embed sustainability in his...
My Sustainable Print is the new staff print service at The University of Sheffield. It is delivered through a network of energy efficient multi-functional print devices. It...
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...
Sheffield Hallam University present their 2013/14 Annual Sustainability Report.
This presentation is the final Keynote from day one of the “Challenging Connections” EAUC Annual Conference 2015, presented by Leeds City Council, ASDA and...
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 The University of Leeds and falls under the Partnerships 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:...
This link will direct you to all photos from the Student Sustainability Summit 2015.
This video is a representation of the hundreds of students who came together to take action on sustainability and social justice in March 2015.
In this EAUC Member Spotlight, see how Hull College Group offers qualifications from entry level to post-graduate, including teacher training and professional qualifications.
In this EAUC Member Spotlight, see how University of Lincoln is making good progress in addressing its environmental impacts.
The Sustainable Garden is a multi-purpose, public space developed on a previously unused plot of land on campus. The garden is utilised for edible planting open to all
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...
Emily has been a pioneer for the University, carving a place for sustainability initiatives, generating University-wide interest & determinedly driving sustainability up the...
‘A building is only as green as the people are’. This motto, created during the year, epitomises OGEC. There will always be a limit to a buildings effect on a...
This project supports families in-need by transforming run-down and derelict properties into modern and affordable homes in the community.
The Green Trail is an induction activity that raises awareness of the importance of environmental sustainability by familiarising students with the College and its grounds
Sustainable York is an information handbook on sustainability across all areas of student life at York.
This presentation, taking the HullUTravel project as a case study, is from the 2014 Annual Conference and gives ideas, information on funding opportunities and examples of...
Presentation from 18th EAUC Annual Conference 2014 by Dr. Louise Ellis, Head of Sustainability and James Dixon-Gough, Sustainability Officer, University Leeds.