Sustainability News

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Latest sustainability news and updates from the University of Sheffield - from research breakthroughs and student projects to campus improvements and practical ways to get involved.
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Sustainable travel cup winners announced

The School of Medicine and Population Health and Women’s Rugby Union have been named the winners of the University’s first BetterPoints sustainable travel competitions.
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University renews commitment to Sheffield’s campus trees

The University of Sheffield has published a new Tree Management Strategy, setting out how it will protect, manage and enhance trees across its estate over the next 30 years.
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Moving out? Pass it on!

Moving out can create a lot of waste. We're encouraging students to pass useful items on to other students, donate to charity, recycle correctly and dispose of anything left over responsibly - helping to keep Sheffield clean.
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New solar panels installed at AMRC Factory 2050

A new solar panel installation has been completed on the roof of the University of Sheffield AMRC’s Factory 2050 building, helping the University generate more of its own electricity and reduce long-term energy costs.
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UK-first aviation fuel testing centre delivers first results in push for greener flights

The University of Sheffield has announced a major milestone in the push for greener aviation, as it produces its first report from testing a new sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).