The University of Sheffield
Community Relations

Environmental issues

University Environmental Policy

Photo: A local area is cleaned up and mural is painted over the graffiti

One of the many ways that the University of Sheffield is working towards a sustainable city is by putting in place a carbon emissions management plan. This has been undertaken with the Carbon Trust. The main principles of the plan are to:

Noise

Problems can arise (for both student and non-student neighbours) with regard to noise, particularly when students return home from events/venues in the late evening and early hours, and where student gatherings, music and other activities are disruptive to other residents.

The University´s action in relation to appropriate student behaviour is set out in the Student Behaviour section of this website.

This general approach is supported by specific initiatives, including:

Litter

The University of Sheffield understands the importance of minimising litter both on campus and in the surrounding areas. At the end of each term the University runs a 'Bring it don't bin it' campaign, resulting in tonnes of unwanted items going to charity rather than in the bin. The University also works with the council and Veolia to run the red sack scheme each year, allowing students to legitimately leave out excess rubbish at the end of their tenancy.

Other initiatives include: