Worcester Repair Cafe: Let’s Waste Less
Worcester Repair Cafe: Let’s Waste Less research done by and written by Mikulas Vinar and edited and co-written by Heather Sykes The Students’ Union at the University of Worcester is pleased to announce it is…
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How to Increase Young Adult Train Rail Travel – Sustainable Transport Insights
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…
Active Travel in Worcester: Understanding Barriers and Opportunities
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…
Pedalling Change: How a Bike Bus Transforms the School Run
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…
Feeling the Heat: Why Heat Stress Matters More Than You Think
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…
Why don’t young people engage with Fairtrade?
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…
From Corridor to Community: How Student Power is Driving Sustainable Change and Creating Impact
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,…
Student-led Well-being Walks – Rail Trails
Linking Rail, Nature and Mental Health We’re excited to launch a new series of nature‑connected walking routes designed to connect people, rail travel and the restorative power of nature. These nature-guided walks for mental well-being…
A School Animal Centre: Education, Animal Care, and Conservation
Words by Lucia Iannantuono – PGCE MFL Images taken by Wolverley Animal Centre A Wolverley Welcome to the Animal Centre Wolverley Animal Centre (WAC) is Wolverley CE Secondary School’s very own conservation and animal education facility.…
How University Travel Data Is Helping Inform Air Quality Policy
Air pollution is often invisible, but for many people in Worcester, exposure to poor air quality happens every day on the journey to work or study. We’re working with Worcestershire Regulatory Services to inform air…
How Worcester is Tackling Traffic-Related Air Pollution in Schools
.In a collaborative effort between Worcestershire Regulatory Services (WRS), the University of Worcester, and local partnership primary schools, a student-led research team has taken a creative and community-driven approach to combat traffic-related air pollution (TRAP).…
Nature App iNaturalist: Students Teach Worcester’s Older Adults
Spending time in nature has never been more important—for our wellbeing and for the health of the planet. But what if a smartphone could make that experience even more meaningful? That was the starting point…
Breathe Easy, Worcester: Celebrate Clean Air Day with Us!
Clean Air Day Clean Air Day is here, learn about air quality — and it’s more than just a date on the calendar. It’s a powerful reminder that the air we breathe matters. Whether you’re…
From Habits to Impact: How the Midlands is Powering Toward Net Zero
When we think of climate action and Net Zero, we often picture wind turbines, electric cars, or sweeping government policies. But what if one of the most powerful tools for reducing carbon emissions is something…
Craftivist: Stitching Change, One Thread at a Time
Illustration by Miriam Wolfrum Living in turbulent times, it is easy to feel that your voice is getting lost amongst the constant noise from the news and social media. Now more than ever, it is…
Wildflower Seed Bombs
Make your own wildflower patch to help improve biodiversity. Wildflowers are at risk, mainly due to human activities and environmental changes. 97% of wildflower meadows have been lost in the UK since the 1930s. Conservation…
Embrace Sustainability with Beeswax Wraps
In a world increasingly aware of environmental impacts, beeswax wraps offer a fantastic, eco-friendly alternative to single-use plastics like cling film and tin foil. These reusable wraps are not only sustainable but also versatile, capable…
Valentine’s Day: Spread Love with Fairtrade!
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and it’s the perfect time to show your love with Fairtrade products. By looking for the Fairtrade kitemark & choosing Fairtrade you not only give a meaningful gift but also…
Sustainable Food
If one of your New Year’s Resolutions, like mine, was to eat more sustainably then keep reading. And if it wasn’t, then you might just find some useful tips here to enhance your sustainable food…
The Air Quality Banner Project
Illustration by Miriam Wolfrum During last year’s Go Green Week, the University of Worcester’s Sustainability Team partnered with the Craftivists to create a creative and meaningful project focused on air pollution: a large, hand-stitched banner…