Sustainability at UWE Bristol
Our world can't wait. We must not wait. The climate and ecological emergency is the defining issue of our time.
As a University, as a diverse community of global citizens, we have a shared responsibility to work together to address the urgency of the challenges we all now face.
UWE Bristol is acting today for a sustainable tomorrow
Find out how we are transforming our world for better, for all, for good – as we push ahead on our #OurPathTo2030.
Education for sustainable development
Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) sits at the heart of UWE Bristol’s institutional strategy and teaching and learning framework.
Research and partnerships
Supporting sustainable development through research.
"If we’re serious about wanting to support future generations then we need to be doing everything we possibly can to ensure that we’re protecting the planet. We’re committed to this cause and the passion from our staff and students is fantastic to see. It’s a privilege to work with people who are dedicated to making a difference."
Professor Sir Steve West Vice-Chancellor, President and CEO, UWE Bristol
Sustainability on campus
Transport and travel
Details on UWE Bristol's targets for 2030 and initiatives for sustainable travel, including eco-friendly ways to get to campus, and The Student Union at UWE's bike loan scheme.
Carbon, energy and water management
Learn about our carbon, energy and water management plans and projects, including the largest single solar installation in the UK higher education sector.
Reduce, reuse, recycle
Find out about our commitment to the circular economy, our initiatives to reduce, reuse and recycle, and what to do with your recycling on campus.
Biodiversity and ecology
How we support biodiversity and ecology, including the Beeline project, our community gardens, meadowscaping, edible plant nurseries and composting.
Fairtrade
All about Fairtrade, why and how UWE Bristol supports Fairtrade practices, and the importance of Fairtrade standards in meeting our Sustainability Plan targets.
Hospitality
How UWE Bristol Hospitality delivers high-quality sustainable food across our three campuses and how you can help by making planet friendly food and drink choices.
Purchasing and procurement
Details of our strategy to deliver sustainable procurement and address our suppliers' emissions, as outlined in our Sustainable Purchasing Policy.
ISO 14001 certification
Information about our ISO14001 certification and how we apply this Environmental Management System to all aspects of our organisation and our accreditation guaranteeing external scrutiny of our progress.
Make a difference
Find out how you can get involved in sustainability at UWE Bristol and get ideas and tips on how you can make a difference on campus and at home.
Get involvedWinner
of Institute of the year, Green Gown Awards 2023
Highest score
by The Student Union at UWE for 5th year in a row, NUS Green Impact Award 2022
First class
environmental and ethical performance, 11th in People & Planet League 2023
Sustainability news and events
Find out about the latest news and events relating to sustainability.
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Sustainability awards
Details of local and national awards and the recognition UWE Bristol has received for our contribution to sustainability.
Strategy 2030
Strategy 2030's priority is to deliver an outstanding university experience for our students through innovative, practice-led, research-informed courses.
Creating a greener future
At UWE Bristol you can get skills and be part of a community of students and staff that are wanting to make the world a better place.
Health and wellbeing
Health and wellbeing services for students at the University.