How we choose to behave as individuals and as a society will determine how much we can protect our Earth and our climate. Changing our individual habits can lead to cultural shifts which affect the behaviour of businesses and governments, leading to meaningful and impactful change – just look at the rise in plant-based milks.
Listen to the podcasts. Professor David Green CBE Chairs The University of Worcester’s Leadership in Sustainability Debate. He is joined by Lord Victor Adebowale, Dr Antonius Raghubansie, Katy Boom, Meg Baker and Meg Price.
Designed and delivered by the university’s first-year Human Nutrition students, along with many supporting volunteers and the help of the Students’ Union, this year’s Go Green Week signified a new opportunity to reach a wider audience and promote global participation.
The second in a series of three student-led projects, the aim of this project was to assist the University of Worcester and Worcester City Council to roll out the pilot e-bike share scheme.
As part of the partnership between the University of Worcester and Worcester Polytechnic Institute, a large cohort of students have collaborated on a joint research project. The aim of this project was to develop a process that complements the current Responsible Futures assessment of student engagement from the perspective of students themselves.
All Aboard! Getting Young Adults to Take the Train When was the last time you took the train? Encouraging more young adults to use rail is a key step toward reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable transport in…
By WPI Student Research Team – May 2026 Active travel, or walking and cycling, has become a global priority as cities look to reduce congestion, improve air quality, and support healthier lifestyles. However, while these…
Imagine a school run filled with laughter, music, and the hum of spinning wheels instead of the usual queue of idling cars. Across Worcester, that vision is already becoming reality thanks to a growing movement…
When we think of heat stress, most of us picture dramatic scenarios—heat stroke, hospital visits, or severe dehydration. But what if the real impact of heatwaves is much closer to home… and far easier to…
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Listening to Our People: Staff Perspectives on Sustainability Sustainability isn’t just a strategy—it’s something our staff are actively shaping every day. Insights from the latest staff survey highlight a community that is both committed to…
The Responsible Futures Green Impact project surveyed 70 students during the University of Worcester’s Go Green Week in February to investigate students’ views on sustainability in the curriculum. Most students reported that the university has…
In April 2026, the University of Worcester launched its Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) Community of Practice (CoP). The CoP is for staff committed to embedding ESD and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into…
Authors: Student researchers Shravya Bhogaraju, Camden Brayton, Alyssa Howland, Shrikar Jemolla, Braden Moriarty. Have you ever seen the Fairtrade logo on a coffee cup or a chocolate bar? Most young people in the United Kingdom recognise the logo. But here’s the catch: recognising Fairtrade doesn’t mean…
Are students learning about sustainability in the curriculum at University? Using a benchmarking tool we looked at how much your University has embedded the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). We also looked at our participation in…
Co-Designs is a globally recognised framework which supports embedding Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) in curriculum design and delivery, and in September 2025, they launched an ESD GenAI Coach to further help this work. At…
Comparing the 2024–25 and 2025–26 staff surveys reveals a subtle but important evolution in how colleagues understand, engage with, and feel about sustainability at the University of Worcester. Growing awareness, but engagement still uneven Both…
From the garden pot to the dinner plate, follow these top tips to start growing your own food today.
Gain skills. Build your CV. Make a real difference. Passionate about sustainability, social justice, or making change happen at the University of Worcester is looking for student volunteers to take part in an exciting Responsible…
What if the key to meaningful, lasting sustainability change wasn’t more funding—but more people? At the University of Worcester, a quiet revolution is proving exactly that: students are creating impact. Built on student voice, co-creation,…
Volunteering Opportunity – one day Are you interested in gaining some valuable training and experience in environmental auditing? We are offering FREE accredited auditor training -Institute of -ISEP (formerly IEMA) Approved. You’ll receive a full…
The latest SOS UK Sustainability Skills Survey (2024–25) reveals a cohort of Worcester students who are engaged, motivated, and ready to act on sustainability—but still not consistently experiencing it in their learning. With 379 respondents,…
Student sustainability skills Between 2023–24 and 2024–25, something quietly powerful has been happening at the University of Worcester. Students are still choosing courses for the same core reasons—career prospects, teaching quality and reputation—but their awareness…
A recent survey conducted at the University of Worcester reveals a disconnect between students’ beliefs about what they need to succeed in this rapidly changing world, facing climate change, and what they are actually taught…
Water Week is here. Join the Green Campus Revolution by taking part in our water‑saving competition and masterclass. Learn how everyday actions—from turning off taps to reporting leaks—can protect our planet and help your residence…