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Taking the lead on global grand challenges

At the University of Leeds, we are committed to embedding sustainability in everything we do. To us, sustainability means creating value for society by taking responsibility for our economic, cultural, social and environmental impacts. We draw on the diverse expertise of our students, staff and partners to collaborate in finding sustainable solutions to global challenges, and to maintain our position as world-leaders in sustainability.

Sustainability is a journey. Though society may not have all of the answers now, we are committed to using the University’s assets to tackle global challenges. On our website, you can explore what’s happening across the University, including our world-leading research and education, how we’re using our campus to find solutions to local and world challenges, and what you can do to be a part of our sustainable community.

Sustainable Development Goals

SDG wheelWe use the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) to help guide our activity, and we do so inclusively, making sure everyone’s voice is heard and considered along the way. Read more about the University's positive actions to impact the 17 Sustainable Development Goals.

News

Help shape the future of environmental and social responsibility at Leeds – Join a Sustainability Café!  

We’re inviting all staff to take part in a series of Engagement Cafés this June. Which is your chance to shape the future of Environmental and Social responsibility at Leeds.   The University takes a holistic approach to sustainability – one that is embedded across teaching, research, operations, and engagement – and is guided by...

Tell us how you commute to campus in the 2025 Annual Travel Survey

The Annual Travel Survey is now open for responses, and we want to hear from staff and students at the University of Leeds. Whether you cycle, drive, walk, bus or wheel - you have until Friday 13 June to let us know! The survey should take about 10 minutes to complete, and you’ll also have the...

Neighbourhood walking tours pilot: would you like to attend?

The University of Leeds Sustainability Service is launching neighbourhood walking tours, a pilot initiative within the Student Citizenship Programme, and we are looking for students to test out the tours.  These guided tours are intended to deepen students' understanding and appreciation of local history, cultural diversity, and community opportunities available to them.  The neighbourhood tours...

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Blogs

Reflecting on the 2025 Sustainability Celebration

On 3 July 2025, the University of Leeds’ Sustainability Service hosted its annual Sustainability Celebration: an event recognising the contributions of staff and local community...

Sustainable lab solutions: a case study on equipment sharing 

In this blog Sam Driver, Lab Manger of Garstang 9 shares his labs' journey into equipment sharing and the benefits it has had both economically,...

Making musical connections in the community  

This year saw the launch of the Sustainability Community Arts Project; a new approach to community engagement using the creative arts to promote sustainable communities...

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