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Durham University Named Finalist for 'Sustainability Institution of the Year' in UK & Ireland Green Gown Awards

£18m investment in sustainability research. Practical initiatives like electric vehicles and low-carbon buildings. Students engaged through various groups and projects.

In this picture there is greenery in the center of the image and there are sculptures on the right...
In this picture there is greenery in the center of the image and there are sculptures on the right and left side of the image.

Durham University Named Finalist for 'Sustainability Institution of the Year' in UK & Ireland Green Gown Awards

Durham University has been recognised for its commitment to sustainability, being shortlisted as a finalist for the 'Sustainability Institution of the Year' category in the UK & Ireland Green Gown Awards. The University has allocated £18m to large-scale sustainability research projects, aiming to reduce emissions and enhance biodiversity.

The University's 'Turning Sustainability Ambition into Action' project has been praised for delivering on sustainability goals. It plans to decarbonise heat, protect ancient woodlands, and restore wetlands to achieve net zero and enhance biodiversity. Students engage with sustainability through various groups, societies, and initiatives like the My Greenspace movement. Recent sustainability highlights include low-carbon building refurbishments, solar panel installations, and replacing diesel vans with electric vehicles. The University supports sustainability through managing its estate, operations, research, teaching, and curriculum development.

The Sustainability Ambition Statement (SAS) outlines the University's intentions to drive sustainability through operations, curriculum, and research, including net zero targets and biodiversity net gain.

Durham University's commitment to sustainability is evident in its large-scale research projects, student engagement, and practical initiatives. The University's recognition as a finalist in the Green Gown Awards reflects its dedication to driving sustainability through various aspects of its operations and community.

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