What we are doing to be more sustainable
As an institution, we are committed to achieving net zero by 2040. As place of learning and research, we are at the forefront of efforts to create a cleaner, greener, and fairer world. Our researchers are shaping policy and practice in communities locally and globally.
Our policies and work in sustainability
Find out more about our Sustainability Plan (2022-28). The plan was approved by the University Court and our progress is annually reviewed by the University’s Corporate Sustainability Steering Group (CSSG).
You can also explore our policies and work in more detail.
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Creating a fairer, more sustainable world
From ending poverty to tackling climate change, find out how our work with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is making the difference.
Our partnerships
Scotland’s International Environment Centre brings together experts, partner organisations and stakeholders to advance practical solutions to climate change and support a just transition to net zero.
We are committed to the principles set out in the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (1992) and we are a signatory to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Accord.
We are a key signatory to the ‘Forth Valley for Net Zero’ campaign which commits Stirling to sharing best practice with our strategic partners and to help the region achieve net zero status by 2040.
We have signed an innovative Sustainable Growth Agreement with the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA).
We have joined forces with North Ayrshire Council to grow the ‘blue economy’ in the west of Scotland.
We are a signatory to the Race to Zero for Universities and Colleges campaign.
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Education
We're educating the next generation of environmentalists with a passion for protecting and preserving the environment.
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Research
Our environmental change research develops socially-inclusive practices for environmental protection, conservation, economic growth and social wellbeing.