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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

SDG wheelWe 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

Neighbourhood walking tours pilot: would you like to attend?

The University of Leeds Sustainability Service is launching neighbourhood walking tours, a pilot initiative within the Student Citizenship Programme, and we are looking for students to test out the tours.  These guided tours are intended to deepen students' understanding and appreciation of local history, cultural diversity, and community opportunities available to them.  The neighbourhood tours...

Exciting collaboration with Bradford 2025 sustainability partner

Our Positive Impact Partners Programme (PIP) is facilitating an innovative partnership between Bradford 2025's sustainability partner, academics and professional services staff from the University of Leeds and University of Bradford to explore the tracking and reporting of carbon emissions linked to the year-long festival.   An exciting step forward for sustainability in the Cultural sector Bradford...

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....

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Blogs

Meet The Student Sustainability Architect Making LS6 a Better Place to Live

Meet Michael, one of our Student Sustainability Architects who is working on the Sustainability Service’s Community Streets Project. We chatted with him about the project...

Geothermal Campus Living Lab

The Geothermal Campus Living Lab was begun in early 2024 as part of a collaboration between the University's Net Zero team, Facilities Directorate, Estates, Buro...

Internship applications are now open! Hear from our current interns

Exciting news! We’ve just launched applications for next year's internships within the Sustainability Service.  There are currently two internships available; a Communications and Engagement Assistant...

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