Building a more sustainable University together

Staff and students show clear commitment to sustainability: discover actions we're taking after the latest survey and how you can be part of positive change.

2025/26 Annual Sustainability Report out now

The University of Bath has released its latest report on sustainability action, marking a year of progress and ambition.

Breakthrough shows how electricity could replace heat to turn CO₂ into useful chemicals

New study shows electricity can replace heat to convert CO₂ into methanol, lowering energy use and revealing reactions in real time for cleaner fuels.

What sustainability means to me as a student

Students are prioritising sustainability now and as they look towards the future. MSc student Alex shares why it matters and how students can drive change.

Professor Yixian Sun appointed to UN advisory council shaping global sustainability standards

The United Nations Forum on Sustainability Standards (UNFSS) welcomes new members, including University of Bath academic Professor Yixian Sun.

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Education for sustainability

We’re equipping our students and graduates with the knowledge and skills they need to be leaders for positive change in an uncertain world.

Sustainability research with real-world impact

Our research is improving lives nationally and internationally, changing policies, helping businesses and finding solutions to tackle environmental crises.

People positive sustainability

Through our strategy, research, recruitment, and community engagement, we're contributing to a fairer, safer society for all.

Partnerships for a sustainable future

We work with businesses, suppliers, policy makers, HE and research sectors, and our local community towards shared sustainability goals. Work with us.

Money for good

Ethical spending and investment can have a positive impact on our environment. Find out how we make sure our money goes towards ethical industries.

Get involved with sustainability as a student

At Bath, you can make change happen. Develop the knowledge, confidence, and skills to take meaningful climate action in every stage of your life.

Get involved with sustainability as a member of staff

Be part of our community of changemakers. Find out about all the ways you can get actively involved in sustainability at Bath.

Sustainable research guidance and resources

Information and advice to support our research community in taking impactful sustainable action.

Working towards net zero

We've committed to minimising our carbon footprint and have set a target to reduce it to net zero by 2040 across all carbon emission scopes.

Our nature positive campus

How we maintain and nurture the living landscape of our campus for the benefit of our community, wildlife and the environment.

Buy less, buy better

Help us to meet our sustainable procurement targets by reducing purchases of products and services, while ensuring high quality in the products we need.

Leave No Trace

Discover how you can reduce your environmental impact by taking part in some of the University's initiatives to reduce our carbon footprint.

Commuting sustainably

Changing the way you travel is often one of the most significant actions you can take to reduce your personal carbon footprint.