University of Bath Climate Action Framework principles
The Climate Action Framework has 11 principles which set out our commitment to responding to climate change.
Climate change and the University of Bath
How we are tackling climate change, through cutting emissions and embedding climate action in how we do business, leading research and high quality teaching.
Our whole institution response to climate change
On our Climate Action pages you can explore the four strands of our whole institution response to climate change in detail; Education, Research, Footprint and Partnerships.
Our Climate Action Principles
The University declared a climate emergency in 2020 and developed principles to guide our response to it. We report on our progress through our blog and in our annual Climate Action report.
Climate Action Blog
We explore different aspects of our whole institution response and the views of our community in detail on our blog.
Annual sustainability reports
Reports on our progress in meeting our carbon and sustainability targets.
Get involved and take action
Our University has committed to transformational change to tackle the climate crisis and, to achieve our ambitious goals, everyone needs to be part of driving change across all areas of our work and community.
Learning opportunities
Courses available to staff and students to learn more about how you can take practical action on climate change. To discuss departmental talks or bespoke training, please email climateaction@bath.ac.uk.
Introduction to Sustainability at Bath
An introductory workshop suitable for all staff to share with you latest sustainability work at the University, and how you can be involved.
Introduction to Lab Sustainability & LEAF
An introductory workshop suitable for all lab users to share with you sustainable lab practices, and how you can take action through LEAF.
News
The latest University climate and sustainability related news, including scientific research and initiatives within the University community.
Centre for 21st Century Public Health members to attend major public health and climate events
Amy Thompson and Dan Hunt will represent the University of Bath at Climate Week NYC and UN High-Level Meeting on the Prevention of NCDs and Mental Health
Uni of Bath duo to study how leaders from politics, business and sport can drive climate action
Dr Steve Westlake and Dr Sam Hampton will play a leading role in a major new project that will investigate how leaders can accelerate action on climate change.
Sadik Al-Hassan MP learns about pioneering green hydrogen research at Bath
The visit was a chance to highlight the University’s hydrogen, aviation, and pharmacy research and education.
New research published on unlocking the Net Zero potential of UK SMEs
New research reveals how UK SMEs can accelerate decarbonisation, with strategic roles for government in shaping market support and policy.
Transforming Homes project features in Design Museum exhibition and gets funding boost
Funding extension for project creating “better, healthier homes for the future”
Bath clean energy and digital projects feature in new Universities UK Industrial Strategy campaign
Impacts from IAAPS, iCAST and the Institute of Coding are showcased in a new national campaign highlighting the role of universities in driving economic growth.
Upcoming Events
Find out about upcoming events which explore responses to the Climate Emergency.
Sustainability Day
24 Sep 2025 10.00am
Outside 10 East
,
University of Bath
Join us for a day of celebrating sustainability. Discover local initiatives, meet our community, and explore how you can get involved.
Collaborate with us
Get in touch with us to see how we can work together on sustainability and tackling climate change.
Knowledge Transfer Partnerships
Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP) is a UK wide programme which enables companies to access knowledge, skills and technology from UK Universities.
IPR Net Zero Policy Fellowship Programme
Senior policymakers from government and the third sector working on net zero policy are invited to apply for our specialist IPR Policy Fellowship Programme.
Research Infrastructure and Facilities
We enable researchers at Bath to do their best work, whether that's through operational details or developing vision and strategy.
Contact us
If you have any questions about climate action and sustainability work being undertaken at University of Bath, please get in touch.