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The University of Leeds is taking steps to cut the climate impact of the goods, services and resources it uses through a new Net Zero Supply Chain and Resources Delivery Plan. Around 70% of the University's reported greenhouse gas emissions come from products and services bought, and resources consumed. The new plan builds on a...
The University of Leeds and Leeds University Union Fairtrade Partnership are delighted to have achieved the highest level of recognition - 3-star status - in the Fairtrade University Award. This rare achievement reflects successful audits for the 2024/25 and 2025/26 academic years. Our 3-star status recognises the breadth of activity to promote Fairtrade, trade justice and ethical consumption,...
The University of Leeds has launched its new Framework for Environmental and Social Responsibility 2026–2030, setting out a bold, integrated vision to embed sustainability and social impact across all aspects of university life. Developed in collaboration with staff, students and partners, the Framework responds to urgent global challenges, including climate change, environmental degradation and social inequality, while...
Become an auditor for the Fairtrade University Award and help us monitor our progress towards Fairtrade University status! Volunteer auditors conduct an audit of the university to review the efforts to embed and promote Fairtrade and wider ethical consumption. You will receive full training via Teams, delivered by SOS-UK and the Fairtrade Foundation, where you...
The University of Leeds Sustainability Service has published its Fairtrade Progress Report and has marked the end of an important year of celebrating 20 years as a Fairtrade University. The report covers activity from January to December 2025 and tracks progress against our SMART Action Plan (2024–2026), which sets out clear objectives for embedding Fairtrade principles across...
The university’s Wellbeing, Safety and Health department has funded a university-wide licence for software to improve chemical and reagent management in laboratories. Cheminventory has been used with great success by some individual research groups plus the School of Chemistry for several years and the new Enterprise licence means it is now accessible to all research groups and teaching labs without an additional cost. The user-friendly software encourages stock sharing, reduces waste...
To celebrate 15 years of the Bike Hub supporting students and staff with Sustainable Travel, we’re hosting a a day of celebrations on 8th October 2025, and you're invited! About the Event Join us in celebrating the past and planning for the future. Drop-in any time between 12:00-16:00 to view our photo exhibition, vote for the...
Our photo competition is now closed! More information on voting coming soon. To celebrate 15 years of the Bike Hub, we’re inviting all staff and students to get involved in a sustainable travel themed photo competition! Submit a photo that demonstrates how getting from A to B in a sustainable way can connect you to...
Have you ever considered the environmental impacts of your work? Did you know that there are university processes and guidance which can support minimising environmental risks within your work area? On 29 April 2025, the university's Environmental Management System (or EMS for short) was officially recertified as operating in conformance with the ISO 14001:2015 standard....
We’re inviting all staff to take part in a series of Engagement Cafés this June. Which is your chance to shape the future of Environmental and Social responsibility at Leeds. The University takes a holistic approach to sustainability – one that is embedded across teaching, research, operations, and engagement – and is guided by...