Sustainability

The University of Huddersfield is committed to sustainability, aspiring to reduce the impacts its staff, students and operations have on the environment. From implementing the waste hierarchy and promoting wildlife and biodiversity, to owning a fleet of electric vehicles and working towards Fairtrade accreditation, the University is working across the board to promote Sustainable Development.

Biodiversity

Our goal is to incorporate a respect for wildlife and the natural environment into our management of the estate.

Carbon, Energy and Water

The University's plan to reduce Carbon, Energy and Water Cconsumption.

Cycling

Cycling is a great way to keep fit while reducing your carbon emissions, find out what the University is doing to champion cycling.

Fairtrade

Fairtrade is a growing international movement, which aims to alleviate Third World poverty.

Policies

The University's policies and strategies on environment and sustainability

Purchasing

Sustainable purchasing is all about taking environmental and social factors into account in purchasing decisions.

Sustainable Buildings

We are committed to creating sustainable buildings at the University.

Transport

Find out more about the University's transport plan

Waste recycling

Find out more about our efforts to reduce the amount of waste.