Sustainability news

The latest news about Social Responsibility and Sustainability from across the University.

News listing

Publication date

The University and Sleep in the Park

01 December, 2017

This year Social Bite are bringing together 9,000 people in Princes Street Gardens on 9 December…

Exciting student projects selected to receive funding

29 November, 2017

This year the Department for Social Responsibility and Sustainability, in partnership with the…

Do you need a computer? (For work)

02 November, 2017

Our PC reuse project has about 300 computers available for staff and postgraduate use. Get in touch…

University signs "Technician Commitment"

02 October, 2017

The University of Edinburgh has signed the "Technician Commitment" which aims to ensure…

University participates in Climate Week 2017

14 September, 2017

Take part in one of a number of events happening across campus.

2016/17 Quarter 4 report

05 September, 2017

Head of Social Responsibility and Sustainability Programmes, Michelle Brown, reflects on progress…

University of Edinburgh becomes member of All-Party Parliamentary Climate Change Group

11 August, 2017

Membership signals University’s commitment to helping develop effective policy for the climate…

Undergraduate dissertation prizes awarded

08 August, 2017

The Department for Social Responsibility & Sustainability is pleased to announce that two…

Top tips for running a sustainable event

24 July, 2017

Think about the venue, catering, travel, materials and community when planning your event.

The Department for Social Responsibility and Sustainability achieves Investors in People Silver accreditation

24 July, 2017

Silver accreditation recognises that the department takes action to lead, support and improve its…