The results for the 2023-2024 Student Travel Survey are in! The key findings show the importance of car travel to students, along with parking and fuel costs. Hosted by Katy Boom, edited by Rosie Bramwell.… Results of the 2023-2024 Student Travel Survey
The Student Sustainability Hub is officially open in the Thomas Telford building on St Johns Campus. Written by Katy Boom, edited by Rosie Bramwell. This student self-access facility, offering drop-in and workshops for all students,… Student Sustainability Hub
Air pollution is not a localised issue, but a global threat with far-reaching consequences. Taking these proactive measures can pave the way for a healthier, cleaner, and more sustainable future. Written by Emily Luan. First… Combating Air Pollution: “Clean Air Day in Worcester”
A ceremony celebrating students co-creating projects with staff showcased the reflections and learning from student Green Impact Project Assistants, and student volunteer Green Impact auditors. Green Impact empowers individuals and departments to reduce their sustainability… Sustainability Awards 2024
Words by Emily Luan edits by Tom Newland, illustrations by Erin McGarry. The research was undertaken by David Fitzgerald, Alexander Scott, Nha Hoang, and Christopher Mason. The Sustainable Development Goals were established by the United… Sulitest at the University of Worcester
Sustainability is a topic that has gained significant attention in recent years. Looking at the behaviours of University of Worcester students in their every day lives can explain the contributions towards sustainability. Written by Katy… Sustainability: A Student Perspective
Here we present the findings of a survey conducted among 255 staff focusing on their sustainability practices and awareness of the University’s sustainability efforts. It is pleasing to see this indicates a high level of… Staff Sustainability Culture in 2024
SusThingsOut is ten years old! This year we celebrate the anniversary of our student-led magazine, where students have worked with staff and academics to gain useful skills in digital publishing. Students and staff presented at… 10 years of Digital Publishing
Green Impact Project Assistants helped with activities at The Hive’s annual Earth Day celebrations. Written by Katy Boom. Edited by Rosie Bramwell. Green Impact Project Assistants helped with a range of Go Green Week activities… Earth Day at The Hive
SusThingsOut (STO) is a multi-media platform, spanning from the website to social media platforms like Instagram and more recently, TikTok. All these platforms serve a different purpose when it comes to educating people about sustainability… SusThingsOut’s impacts through Social media
Sustainability Skills Survey 2023-24: Key Findings The Sustainability Skills Survey 2023-24, conducted with 12,551 UK students, including 463 from the University of Worcester, revealed insightful trends about student perspectives on sustainability, education, and future employment. … Sustainability Skills Survey: Worcester Students Given A Voice
Students, staff and members of the community are invited to get involved in monitoring wildlife across our campuses. All you have to do is download the iNaturalist app onto your phone from your usual app… Help us to monitor wildlife on campus
Having declared a climate emergency the University of Worcester set a target to be net zero carbon by 2030. We have been measuring and reporting our carbon footprint since 2008, both direct and indirect emissions. Our total carbon footprint in academic year 2018/19 was about 22,000 tonnes. Watch to hear our story.
Terrariums are self-contained tropical ecosystems that grow inside a closed container. This is a good example of sustainability, just in a bottle, jar, or vase. Written by Rosie Bramwell. Illustrated by Charlie Marston. An interview… Terrariums: Sustainability In A Bottle
The fashion industry is the second largest polluter in the world. As fast fashion slowly claims more of the planet’s resources, it’s vital that we begin making the switch to more sustainable fashion.
Students in University of Worcester’s Allotment society have an incredible impact on campus, including working with the annual Sustainability event Go Green Week. We spoke to a member of the society, Briagh Harker, to get… The Allotments at the University of Worcester
Heather Sykes, a recent Worcester graduate, sat down with us to talk about the work she did alongside her studies. From being a Sustainability Mentor and Student Ambassador to hosting Bird-Drawing Workshops, Heather was always… Above and beyond with Heather Sykes
Student Survey shows growing concern for how their place of study handles environmental issues. Written by Molly McMahon. Summary of the survey as a whole Students from the University of Worcester recently took part in The Student Perspectives… Student survey:
Professor Alan Dixon’s work with NGO Self Help Africa in Zambia is helping to build resilience and protect the environment.
