Sustainability news

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

News listing

Publication date

Office open as usual during building works

15 January, 2016

Find out how to access our office during 2016.

Fairtrade Fortnight: get involved!

14 January, 2016

Be part of Fairtrade Fortnight 2016, and organise your own event!

Sustainability Awards update: Apply now for the Special Awards

14 January, 2016

The Sustainability Awards offer an opportunity for staff and students to make a difference and…

Student Project Grant: Seven projects funded

09 December, 2015

We are delighted to announce the seven winners of the Student Project Grant 2015.

University wins prestigious EAUC Green Gown Award for sustainable laboratories

27 November, 2015

The Department for Social Responsibility and Sustainability are pleased to announce that the…

Quarterly Highlights - measuring what matters

13 November, 2015

It has been a busy few months over in the Department for Social Responsibility and Sustainability. …

New cooperative launches share offer to harness the power of the sun for community benefit

12 November, 2015

The Edinburgh Community Solar Cooperative is an opportunity for Edinburgh residents to co…

Announcing the Labs Small Equipment Fund

12 November, 2015

Working with the Procurement Department, we’ve launched a fund of £5,000 to help labs across the…

Dissertation Prizes launched!

28 October, 2015

In collaboration with different academic Schools, we are launching the Social Responsibility &…

Consultation now open to update business travel guidance

11 September, 2015

The existing guidance for business travel is being reviewed and staff are invited to input their…