We take our responsibilities seriously and are motivated by the ability to empower change when we act together; from the smallest individual action to life changing research.
We are proud to have maintained our 'First Class Award’ in the People & Planet's University Green League since 2012 and we are currently ranked as the 8th most sustainability institution in the UK. Operationally, our Estates & Facilities Directorate are operating with ISO14001 (Environmental Management) accreditation.
Our Corporate Strategy; This is Our Time reflects our responsibility from the Vice-Chancellor in delivering sustainability across teaching, research and operations. The Curriculum Framework, launched in 2020, pushes for this teaching, embedding sustainability across all disciplines so our students know how their skills can solve the global challenges of today, and tomorrow. In recognising our own impacts as a University, our ambitious Net Zero by 2030 strategic plan commits us in bringing down our carbon footprint.
Explore these webpages to find how you can make a difference to our planet through the actions you can do at Greenwich. Visit our Blog pages for even more insights into our events, partnerships and awards. Click here for information for supporting information for University Green League Audits 2023-24
45,573 disposable cups saved
50% recycling rate
48% lower energy carbon footprint than in 2009/10
£76,000 saved with our furniture reuse scheme
22,180kWh electricity saved in student halls
Students
Find out how you can live and learn sustainably whilst studying at the University of Greenwich
Staff
Find out how you can incorporate environmental principles into teaching, and inspire our students.
Strategy
Learn more about our strategy, awards, achievements, and accreditations that help make this university a special place.
Action Areas
We have key focus areas throughout our operations and services where we are actively seeking improvement. Find out more here.
The sustainability team
Learn about the team, their passions and how to make contact.
Get Involved
Find out how you can get involved with sustainability at the University of Greenwich.
The Sustainability Team is available to provide advice, training and a range of other support to help staff and students better understand and apply sustainability into their work and studies at Greenwich. If you would like to learn more about how we can support you please do contact us. We are active members of the Environmental Association of Universities and Colleges and the London Universities Environment Group and actively contribute to the sustainable discussion, in addition to supporting events both inside, and outside of the Higher Education sector.
ISO 14001
Green League
Fairtrade University
Food for Life Gold
