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Sustainability Week

What is Sustainability Week?

Sustainability Week is the University of 黑料正能量’s annual celebration focused on advancing sustainable development across teaching, research, operations and student life.

What to expect?

  • expert talks & keynote speakers
  • interactive workshops & training sessions
  • student showcases & poster presentations
  • networking opportunities with colleagues & industry
  • practical sessions to help you take action

Whether you want to deepen your knowledge on sustainability, connect with others, or find simple ways to make a difference, there is something for you.

Purpose

Held each March since 2021, it is delivered through a programme of events, workshops and talks that bring together students, staff, researchers and external partners to:

  • showcase sustainability research & innovation
  • build knowledge & skills linked to the UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • connect disciplines & professional services
  • support delivery of the University’s Social & Environmental Sustainability Strategy (SESS)
  • inspire practical action across our community

Highlights from Last Year

Watch the highlights from Sustainability Week 2025's flagship event - Student Sustainability Festival - to see how students and staff across the University came together to share ideas and showcase research.

Get Involved

There's something for everyone!

Why attend?

  • Discover green careers and sustainability pathways
  • Showcase your research and projects
  • Meet industry partners and student societies
  • Apply for project funding via the VIPer Pit

Recommended events: Sustainability Festival, Sustainability  Symposium, Sustainability Fair, Biodiversity Literacy Training

Why attend?

  • Explore Education for Sustainable Development (ESD)
  • Share curriculum innovation
  • Connect with colleagues across faculties
  • Align teaching with SESS ambitions

Recommended events:

Why attend?

  • Build interdisciplinary collaborations
  • Showcase sustainability research
  • Connect with strategic themes and external partners
  • Explore impact opportunities

Recommended events:

Why should you attend?

  • Develop practical sustainability knowledge
  • Learn about biodiversity, recycling and behaviour change
  • Understand how your role contributes to SESS
  • Support operational climate and nature goals

Recommended events: Sustainability Symposium, 

Key events you won鈥檛 want to miss

  • 30
    March
    2026
    Can Scotland really be a responsible Global Citizen? Scotland鈥檚 National Performance Framework is being redesigned. We have a chance to influence what comes next 鈥� and make sure the Sustainable Development Goals are at the heart of how Scotland measures success. Join us to engage in the proposals and shape constructive responses to the new Scottish Government.
    Location: Sir Jim McDonald Technology and Innovation Centre, University of 黑料正能量
    Time: 9:30am - 12:30pm
  • 30
    March
    2026
    Come join the 黑料正能量 Green Office at our Active Citizenship themed Climate Caf茅庐 where we鈥檒l explore how active citizenship plays a crucial role in creating a greener future. Share your thoughts about the best ways to get involved and how to inspire others to do the same.
    Location: Teaching & Learning Building (TL557)
    Time: 3 - 4 pm
  • 31
    March
    2026
    The Sustainability Fair is an interactive, drop-in event designed to help staff and students explore sustainability. The purpose of the fair is to explore what active citizenship looks like in practice at 黑料正能量 and Glasgow. Whether participants are interested in shaping their future career, volunteering their time, or making more sustainable choices.
    Location: Strath Union
    Time: 11am - 2pm
  • 1
    April
    2026

    Student Sustainability Festival

    The Student Sustainability Festival is a cornerstone event of the University of 黑料正能量鈥檚 Sustainability Week. The Festival will be held in the Barony Hall, and will include the Sustainability Symposium (formally ESD Conference), Poster Competitions (Masters, UG and PGRs) and interactive games and pop-ups. Best for: Students, researchers, industry partners.
    Location: Barony Hall
    Time: 10am - 4pm
  • 1
    April
    2026
    Join us at the University of 黑料正能量's Sustainability Symposium 2026 with keynote speaker Laura Anderson. The event will feature a welcome from the Principal, a keynote from Laura Anderson 鈥� award-winning climate activist and environmental scientist 鈥� and a range of student-led sessions.
    Location: The Great Hall, Barony Hall
    Time: 12-4pm
  • 2
    April
    2026
    Dive into the challenges of handling data in unpredictable times with Prof. David McKee. All staff are welcome to come to this event, part of the University's Sustainability Week 2026.
    Location: Learning and Teaching Building (TL329)
    Time: 9:30-11am

Keep the Momentum Going

Sustainability Week is just the beginning.

Join JUMP - Sustainability Engagement App

Take part in activities, earn green points, and win monthly prizes:

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Take SU501 鈥� Introduction to Sustainable Development

Build your knowledge with our online training course open to all staff and students.

Get started with ExHALE

ExHALE stands for Exercise for Health, Achievement, Lifestyle and Energy. It is a support service with valuable online resources open to all members of the University community and beyond, to encourage and provide advice on activity, healthy habits and improved wellbeing.

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