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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
New project launching to develop our community's shared spaces
Would you like your street and neighbourhood to be cleaner, greener and have a stronger sense of community? If so, we would like to hear from you. We are excited to announce the launch of the Community Streets project. At the heart of our initiative is a simple belief: strong communities create a better environment...
A new lease of life for our Sustainable Garden
The Sustainable Garden is about to undergo an exciting relaunch, creating a beautiful edible and wildlife friendly garden at the heart of campus. Located next to the Roger Stevens building, the Sustainable Garden was originally installed in 2015. The design was based on the University’s ‘water@Leeds’ gold award-winning RHS flower show entry and included a...
Apply to be a Student Sustainability Architect
Are you looking for a part time role that does more than just pay the bills? Applications are now open for paid, part-time roles where you can co-design and lead a range of projects on and around campus. All the projects are designed to create a positive impact whilst providing you with skills and work...
Blogs
3 Steps to Becoming a Confident Cyclist
Have you ever been stuck in traffic, or had to walk in the rain to campus and envied the cyclist speeding past? I know I...
Reinventing urban spaces through co-production
This month, we’re shining the light on an innovative research project that highlights the power of partnerships between civic, public, and the higher education sectors....
Bridging communities and academia: a Student Sustainability Architect blog
Rishabh Bezbaruah is a Student Sustainability Architect, who has been working on a project within the Positive Impact Partners (PIP) programme. In this blog post...