Picture an overflowing general waste bin, with recyclables, single-use cutlery and food waste spilling over the edge and onto the floor. Nobody wants to see that, much less in a food court where people are eating. The food waste and recycling problem Unfortunately,...
To achieve the University’s ambitious sustainability goals, student participation and contribution are essential, yet their impact is often overlooked. In this blog, we shine a spotlight on two Eco Champion Coordinators who are making a real difference on campus by...
An ongoing initiative at the University is the Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework (LEAF), which helps labs reduce their environmental impact while improving research quality. LEAF awards Bronze, Silver, or Gold accreditation are based on progress across...
In December, students and staff gathered in the cosy ground-floor lounge of the Michael Smith Building for an afternoon of creativity, sustainability and seasonal treats. Organised by the Michael Smith Quad Team in collaboration with the FBMH Social Responsibility...
Blog by Hannah Hussain, Engagement and Communications InternHow can we celebrate Christmas joyfully without costing the planet? The festive season has arrived, bringing lights, laughter and end of year celebrations across campus. It is a time many of us look forward...
The Faculty has committed to ensuring that all applicable wet laboratories achieve a minimum of Bronze LEAF accreditation by December 2025. The Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework (LEAF) is an innovative scheme designed to drive improvements in laboratory...
What happens when world-class research meets the power of local collaboration? In Ardwick, on the doorstep of the University, the answer is a transformative environmental project that’s turning heads and cleaning air. The Ardwick Green Route, a collaboration between...
Staff and students from across the University gathered to celebrate the remarkable achievements and initiatives in Environmental Sustainability (ES) at the 2025 ES Showcase. Hosted by the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health (FBMH), the event featured a variety of...
At this year’s University of Manchester Universally Manchester Festival, the Environmental Sustainability Champions Network brought nature to life both virtually and tangibly through a fun, family-friendly stall exploring the impact of green spaces on...
On Monday 30th June, we’ll be hosting our third annual Environmental Sustainability (ES) Showcase. A celebration of the ES work taking place across the University, we’ll hear from a range of fantastic speakers and activity leads. We have a lot to celebrate this year,...
