Winter Holiday Switch Off

Switch off your non-essential equipment and lights this winter break and help tackle the climate crisis and save money.

New blog: COP30: The quiet rise of people power

Bella Zanin writes about the growing recognition that people – not just technologies – are central to climate action.

Professor Marcelle McManus crowned public choice winner in national Net Zero awards

Marcelle, who is Professor of Energy and Environmental Engineering at the University, received the accolade at a House of Lords event.

Our Community Garden: now open on campus

The area will be used by staff and student wellbeing groups, the University nursery and the Natural Sciences department. Sign up now to attend upcoming events.

University of Bath placed 56th globally in QS Sustainability Rankings 2026

University climbs into top 100 international leaders for sustainability in higher education

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