Net Zero
Find out how we are working to achieve our commitment to reach Net Zero Carbon Emissions across our operational estate by 2040, and learn more about our whole institutional approach to climate action.
We are working in partnership with Siemens Energy to deliver infrastructure improvements across our built estate and develop a carbon reduction strategy to help us achieve our net zero targets.
Along with over 1,000 HE institutions worldwide, we have signed the Race to Zero a global initiative for a zero carbon world, committing us to taking action and reporting on our progress.
We run both certified Carbon Literacy and interactive Climate Fresk workshops on request for staff and student groups. Please contact the team if you are interested in arranging a session.
Access all the resources from our recent staff energy campaign including videos, energy saving tips and information from COP 29.
Day-to-day, energy use such as heating, cooling and lighting is managed by the Commercial Services and Estates (CSE) Department.
Net Zero is one of the 5 core commitments of our Sustainability Strategy 2025-30, supported by the Net Zero Working Group reporting to the Sustainability Steering Group
Read our carbon management plan for 2024-25 which sets out our targets, baselines, responsibilities and governance structures to support our carbon emissions reduction.
Our full carbon emissions footprint for the 2023/24 academic year for our operational (scope 1 and 2) and wider scope emissions including supply chain, transport and business travel.