Help the environment at NTU
NTU is one of the most sustainable universities in the world, and for good reason. We work hard to reduce our impact, to support local communities, and to teach sustainable practice. There are lots of ways our students can help us make a real difference — for NTU, and for the planet.
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Ways you can help the environment at NTU
Teams across the University, including Nottingham Trent Students’ Union (NTSU), work together to make everyday life at NTU more sustainable, and work towards our target of becoming Net Zero Carbon by 2040.
Our Sustainability team embed sustainability within life at NTU with Schools working to integrate sustainability into the curriculum. We're proud of our progress and are committed to making NTU a cleaner, greener and healthier university, and you can join our efforts to protect the planet.
At NTU you can get involved in activities that benefit the environment, the University and your own employability. Our range of accredited, group and individual initiatives will help you to increase your knowledge and experience of sustainability, and make a sustainable difference along the way.
Below are some of the top ways to help the environment at NTU.
1. Make your voice heard
Join NTSU societies like the Conservation Society, 93% Club and British Red Cross, student-led groups that champion sustainability and influence the socio-economic and environmental challenges that affect the local and international community
2. Travel sustainably
NTU promotes public and active transport through a range of initiatives and discounts. Our sector-leading cycle service empowers staff and students to choose affordable, low-carbon travel through a cycle-hire scheme which includes secure storage facilities, on-campus maintenance support and training. Nottingham is also home to fantastic public transport networks, including biomass and electric-powered bus fleets which can take you everywhere you need to go, in the city and beyond. Students can find discounted academic passes on NCT Buses, trentbarton buses and NET trams.
3. Learn more about sustainability issues
Gain knowledge and skills through our Sustainability in Practice (SiP) course. Take the free online course or a one-day challenge, exploring sustainability issues through the lens of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. You can choose between three themes — food, energy or clothing. Increase your employability and sustainability knowledge and receive a certificate of achievement.
4. Gain skills
Students can take part in the delivery of Universities for Nottingham Green Impact programme. Green Impact Project Assistants (GIPAs) are trained student volunteers who work alongside teams of staff who are recording their environmental working practices. Becoming a GIPA enables students to develop valuable professional skills in environmental management, behaviour change, communications and project delivery. Students can also become Green Impact Auditors. After completing IEMA-approved training delivered by SOS-UK, auditors assess participating teams and gain first-hand insight into sustainability practices at both NTU and the University of Nottingham.
Interested in these opportunities?
Email the Sustainability Team at sustainability@ntu.ac.uk for more information.
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Visit our Community page to discover the latest sustainability events, volunteering opportunities, campaigns, workshops and activities taking place across NTU.
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