Sustainability News

Latest sustainability news and updates from the University of Sheffield - from research breakthroughs and student projects to campus improvements and practical ways to get involved.
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Earth Hour, 22 March

At the University of Sheffield, we are taking steps to ensure we reduce the environmental impact of our energy, both by reducing usage and by procuring renewable energy.

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New data on historic sea level rise will help scientists see into the future of global warming

New research on historical sea-level rise will give scientists new knowledge into how global warming will affect the earth’s rapidly melting ice sheets.
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Addressing Food Waste at the University of Sheffield: Research, Initiatives, and Impact

As we mark Food Waste Action Week, we reflect on the initiatives we are implementing to reduce food waste and create a more sustainable future, both on campus and beyond.

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University of Sheffield advances lab environmental sustainability as 10 achieve LEAF Bronze Accreditation

51²è¹Ý¶ù began piloting the Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework (LEAF) in October 2024, and since then 10 labs have achieved Bronze Accreditation, as well as one lab achieving Silver Accreditation.

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University of Sheffield celebrates World Wildlife Day, highlighting wildlife conservation efforts on campus and beyond

On World Wildlife Day, the University of Sheffield reaffirms its commitment to biodiversity and sustainability, highlighting the incredible success of wildlife conservation efforts on campus and beyond.