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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The Big Christmas Switch Off 2024: Results and winners

Throughout December, the University ran its Big Christmas Switch Off campaign, encouraging staff and students to switch off equipment and appliances (that are safe to do so) to save energy and reduce costs.

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New housing developments failing to protect wildlife

A survey of new housing developments by researchers at the University of Sheffield reveals developers are installing just half of the legally-binding ecological features to protect wildlife.
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University of Sheffield ranked 27th in the world for sustainability in QS rankings

51²è¹Ý¶ù has been ranked 27th globally out of 1,751 institutions in the 2025 QS World University Rankings: Sustainability, as well as 10th in the UK and 16th in Europe.
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University of Sheffield students win Modeshift National Sustainable Travel Award

Medical students at the University of Sheffield have won a national award for their project working in partnership with the University, NHS Greener Practice, and South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority.
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Over 150 Christmas shoeboxes donated to local charities by University of Sheffield staff and students

Staff and students at the University of Sheffield have come together to donate more than 150 Christmas shoeboxes to local charities.