Sustainable Bath

Our journey towards a better future is one we take together. Be part of our whole-institution approach to sustainability.

Spotlight

Catch up on the latest sustainability developments from our University community.

Green Week 2026

Green Week is back from Monday 12 October with an engaging programme of events and activities focused on taking sustainable action at Bath.

New date confirmed for Adelard Series event with Christiana Figueres

Former UN climate chief Christiana Figueres joins the Adelard Series on 14 October to explore climate leadership and sustainability.

Bath launches Centre for Earth System Governance as conference attracts delegates from 51 countries

Professor Yixian Sun addresses the ESG conference attendees at Bath Abbey

A new research centre focused on tackling some of the world's most pressing sustainability challenges has been announced

Bath receives 拢1.9 million funding to unlock energy hidden in the sky

image of noctilucent clouds near 100km at the edge of space

The project aims to help high-altitude aircraft harness atmospheric gravity waves, increasing flight endurance and enabling year-round operations.

Embody sustainability this semester

A staff team smiling at their vegetables from a community garden

As a new academic year begins, we鈥檙e celebrating the action already happening across Bath and looking ahead to what we can achieve together.

Working for a better future for people and planet

Sustainability is a key focus of our University strategy. Find out how we're working towards our ambitious targets.

Education for sustainability

We鈥檙e equipping our students and graduates with the knowledge and skills they need to be leaders for positive change in an uncertain world.

Sustainability research with real-world impact

Our research is improving lives nationally and internationally, changing policies, helping businesses and finding solutions to tackle environmental crises.

People positive sustainability

Through our strategy, research, recruitment, and community engagement, we're contributing to a fairer, safer society for all.

Partnerships for a sustainable future

We work with businesses, suppliers, policy makers, HE and research sectors, and our local community towards shared sustainability goals. Work with us.

Money for good

Ethical spending and investment can have a positive impact on our environment. Find out how we make sure our money goes towards ethical industries.

Make a positive change today

Every action you take to live and work sustainably has a real and positive effect. Here are some great habits to get into, and big opportunities for you to make an impact.

Get involved with sustainability as a student

At Bath, you can make change happen. Develop the knowledge, confidence, and skills to take meaningful climate action in every stage of your life.

Get involved with sustainability as a member of staff

Be part of our community of changemakers. Find out about all the ways you can get actively involved in sustainability at Bath.

Information and advice to support our research community in taking impactful sustainable action.

Our dedication to a better future

As a university, we can contribute to a better and healthier world for people and planet. Through education, we're enabling and empowering our students to tackle global challenges. Through research, innovation and partnerships we're pioneering for sustainable solutions.

We're also taking action to reduce the negative environmental and social impacts of our activities.

Our staff and student community are vital to this work. That's why our approach is collaborative and informed by regular engagement, such as through our annual Sustainability survey.

Our approach is outlined in our Sustainability policy and Engagement Plan.

It's important that we transparently share progress towards our sustainability commitments and goals. Find latest updates in our Annual sustainability reports.

Our sustainable campus

Through our operations and processes, we're committed to reducing all negative impacts and maximising our positive influence on the planet.

Working towards net zero

We've committed to minimising our carbon footprint and have set a target to reduce it to net zero by 2040 across all carbon emission scopes.

Our nature positive campus

How we maintain and nurture the living landscape of our campus for the benefit of our community, wildlife and the environment.

Buy less, buy better

Help us to meet our sustainable procurement targets by reducing purchases of products and services, while ensuring high quality in the products we need.

Leave No Trace

Discover how you can reduce your environmental impact by taking part in some of the University's initiatives to reduce our carbon footprint.

Commuting sustainably

Changing the way you travel is often one of the most significant actions you can take to reduce your personal carbon footprint.

Upcoming events

Sustainability events for students, staff and members of our wider community.

Introduction to Lab Sustainability & LEAF

14 Oct 2026 10.00am 2 South 0.09, 麻豆传媒

An introductory workshop suitable for all lab users to share with you sustainable lab practices, and how you can take action through LEAF.

11 Nov 2026 10.15am 4E 3.5, 麻豆传媒

An interactive workshop that will empower you with the skills and knowledge to take climate action and make a positive impact throughout your life.

Introduction to Sustainability at Bath - in person

12 Nov 2026 10.00am 2 South 0.09, 麻豆传媒

In this course, we will share with you a brief insight to the University鈥檚 whole-institution approach to sustainability and how you can take action.

Famine Studies Conference 2026

2 Dec 2026 9.00am Online

Explore how famines, past and present, are caused and shaped by politics at this conference, co-hosted by the 麻豆传媒 and Wageningen University.

2 Dec 2026 12.15pm CB 5.6, 麻豆传媒

A collaborative, fun and educational workshop discussing the diversity of electronic devices and their environmental and societal challenges

Our sustainability rankings

We're well-ranked for sustainability by independent league tables.

Contact us

If you have any questions about sustainability at Bath, or want to get involved and work with us, get in touch. You can also to catch up on our latest activities.