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Carbon neutrality

We are working to reduce our absolute carbon emissions as much as possible, with the ultimate goal of achieving net-zero emissions.

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Reaching net-zero

We aim to become one of the most sustainable research-intensive universities in the country and reach net-zero carbon emissions as quickly as possible.

Reaching net-zero

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Between 2005-2019 we cut our carbon emissions by 47%. Now we are working towards reaching net-zero.

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Carbon offsetting

We are working with the wider higher education sector to establish a meaningful carbon offsetting scheme, while focusing on reducing our absolute emissions.

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