Staff and students take part in Defra's Big Tree Plant
Defra's Big Tree Plant scheme is encouraging communities to plant more trees in England’s towns, cities and neighbourhoods.
Student's Guild achieve British standard for its Environmental Management System
The University of Exeter Students’ Guild has been awarded Acorn BS8555 (phases 1-3) certification for its Environmental Management System.
Double win for water research projects
Two prestigious awards have been presented to projects in which University of Exeter scientists are helping to develop groundbreaking methods to monitor the success of restoration of the South West’s upland peatlands.
Top conservation issues to look out for in 2013
A UK-led team of researchers has identified 15 issues that could affect the diversity of life on Earth in 2013.
Cleaner and more efficient vehicles for Campus Services
Campus Services have recently taken delivery of their first pair of electric vehicles in a bid to use cleaner more efficient transport, that may help to reduce the University’s carbon footprint in the future.
Industry and communities unite on energy security
An expert from the University of Exeter will join energy company executives and community leaders at the Eden Project on Thursday (6th Dec) to discuss how to secure the UK’s energy needs.
FAB Test wins Best Business Innovation at the Green Energy Awards
The Green Energy Awards 2012, organised by the not-for-profit environmental organisation RegenSW, gave recognition to six companies and researchers out of a possible 130 throughout the South West.
Ecologists shed new light on effects of light pollution on wildlife
Light pollution is often associated with negative effects on wildlife.
Blame, responsibility and demand for change following floods
New research shows that concerns about governmental failure to act effectively and fairly in the aftermath of extreme weather events can affect the degree to which residents are willing to protect themselves.
Say hi to a magpie via new app
A new app which encourages people to say “good morning Mr Magpie” via their mobile phone will help scientists evaluate the benefits which birds bring to the quality of human life.
Streetlight policies could cast a shadow over wildlife
Scientists have conducted the first study into the ecological effects of a variety of energy-saving options to reduce overnight street lighting.
Cultural dimensions of climate change are underestimated, overlooked and misunderstood
The impact of climate change on many aspects of cultural life for people all over the world is not being sufficiently accounted for by scientists and policy-makers.
Green Impact 2012/13 workbook is live
The NUS Green Impact scheme will be running again this year across the University.
Methane from waste could power homes thanks to £4 million research
The UK could gain an edge in the race to become the most efficient converters of waste into energy when a £4million research project comes to fruition.
Student Re-Use Project diverts 4.8 tonnes of waste from landfill and raises £3000 for Hospiscare
University of Exeter’s Student Re-Use project has been running for four years, diverting reusable items from landfill.
University of Exeter to showcase its most sustainable suppliers
Suppliers and partner organisations will be sharing how they are reducing their carbon emissions and supporting employability at this free event.
Exeter Scientists key to creating one of UK's greenest schools
Scientists at the University of Exeter have been heavily involved in developing a school which is in the national top ten for energy efficiency.
Research to reveal route to affordable, secure and sustainable energy
What is the best way for people in the UK to have access to affordable, secure and sustainable energy?
University academic works with manufacturing giant on project to influence consumer recycling behaviour
Coca-Cola Enterprises (CCE) recently announced the details of a new project led by Dr Stewart Barr in Geography which will try to understand household recycling behaviours.
Save hundreds of pounds with new car share incentives
The University will be launching phase one of a suite of car sharing incentives on 1 November 2012.
Songs, sketches and surprises on the world view of Gaia Theory
Gaia – the Cabaret is coming to the University on Wednesday 17 October.
Cornwall students reveal what lies beneath
We will soon know more than ever before about what lies beneath the water at some of Cornwall’s top beauty spots, thanks to University of Exeter students from the Cornwall Campus.
Exeter scientist discovers UK's rarest bat in East Devon
University of Exeter scientist Dr Fiona Mathews has discovered one of Britain’s rarest mammals living in East Devon.
Pesticides not yet proven guilty of causing honeybee declines
The impact of crop pesticides on honeybee colonies is unlikely to cause colony collapse, according to a paper in the journal Science.
University shortlisted for four Green Gown Awards
The University of Exeter and Students’ Guild have demonstrated significant steps in improving their sustainability performance over the past four years.
Student Reuse Freestuff in Freshers' Week
Student Reuse Freestuff Event 2012. 10:00-14:00, Tuesday 18 September, Great Hall.
Blanket bogs need protection from climate change
Blanket bogs, which provide vital habitats for a unique range of plants, birds, small mammals, reptiles and amphibians, are at risk of declining as a result of climate change.
Reed Hall wins gold for Business Tourism
Reed Hall Conference and Events Centre achieves a gold award in the Green Tourism Business Scheme (GTBS).
Warming causes more extreme shifts of the Southern Hemisphere's largest rain band
South Pacific countries will experience more extreme floods and droughts, in response to increasing greenhouse gas emissions, according to a paper in the journal Nature.
Study proves that one extinction leads to another
When a carnivore becomes extinct, other predatory species could soon follow, according to new research.
Discounted bus travel for staff
The University is pleased to announce that from August 2012 staff will be able to benefit from one third off single and return bus tickets for journeys to and from the University on the D and H bus services.
Green Flag flies again over University grounds
For the second year running, the University of Exeter’s grounds have received the Green Flag Award.
Green Impact awards celebrate staff successes
The University of Exeter has celebrated the contribution of its staff to the environment and sustainability through the Green Impact project.
Boiler conversion set to save 469 tonnes of CO2 and £300k per year
Major works have been carried out in the Geoffrey Pope boiler room which are set to save fuels costs and reduce CO2 carbon emissions.
Marine energy doubled by predicting wave power
The energy generated from our oceans could be doubled using new methods for predicting wave power.
Major changes critical for Energy Bill and Green Deal to succeed
The University of Exeter, SSE, Consumer Focus and WWF, along with representatives from 20 other organisations, have published the results of a series of roundtables on UK energy policy.
400 species are identified at first Cornwall Campus BioBlitz
Students from the University of Exeter and University College Falmouth at the Cornwall Campus celebrated success this Saturday at their first ever BioBlitz where they discovered and identified more than 400 different species of flora and fauna, with the help of local families.
Eat less meat and improve farming efficiency to tackle climate change
We need to eat less meat and recycle our waste to rebalance the global carbon cycle and reduce our risk of dangerous levels of climate change
Expansion of forests in the European Arctic could result in the release of carbon dioxide
Carbon stored in Arctic tundra could be released into the atmosphere by new trees growing in the warmer region, exacerbating climate change, scientists have revealed.
University scientists develop new tools for conservation and wildlife management
A University of Exeter team has developed new software tools for helping prioritise efforts in species conservation.
'The Future We Want': Exeter contributes to Rio+20 Earth Summit
Twenty years on, the UN is again bringing together governments, international institutions and major groups to agree on a range of smart measures that can reduce poverty while promoting decent jobs, clean energy and a more sustainable and fair use of resources.
Exeter scientist plunges school pupils into marine science
University of Exeter biologist Dr Ceri Lewis is supporting a national campaign to get marine science on the agenda of Britain’s schools.
Universities champion biodiversity in Cornwall
Students from the University of Exeter andFalmouth University have joined forces with the Tremough Campus Services Group (TCSG) to collaborate on the formation of a new Biodiversity Enhancement Plan for the Cornwall Campus.
South West food security research boosted by 'globally unique' farm facility
Ambitions to make the South West of England a centre of global significance in the arena of food security and land research have been boosted thanks to a state-of-the-art farm research facility in North Devon.
Exeter named among ‘greenest universities’
The University of Exeter has been awarded a First Class Award for the fourth year running and ranked 24 out of 145 in the People & Planet Green League 2012.
Greenbuild award for University music facility
The University of Exeter has won one of the inaugural Greenbuild awards for sustainable buildings.
Sustainability Fair
Come along and find out about Sustainability.
Sustainability Fair: Smoothie Bike, Dr Bike, and Cycle Repair Workshop
Pedal your way to a free smoothie!
Light pollution transforming insect communities
Street lighting is transforming communities of insects and other invertebrates, according to research by the University of Exeter.
£30,000 award to South West sea-life scientist
HRH The Princess Royal (Princess Anne) has presented a Whitley Award for inspirational conservation leadership to University of Exeter research fellow Joanna Alfaro Shigueto for her work to build a better future for Pacific coast wildlife and fishing communities.
Exeter professors win research prizes from the Royal Meteorological Society
Professor David Stephenson and Professor Jim Haywood in Mathematics at the University of Exeter have won prestigious research prizes from the Royal Meteorological Society.
Research reveals threats to ice sheet stability in West Antarctica
Threats to the stability of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet have been revealed by new research involving the University of Exeter.
Campus Services achieve top environmental management accolade
Campus Services has been awarded the IS014001 certification for its Environmental Management System, making the University one of a relatively small group of universities to have achieved the standard.
Birds cultivate decorative plants to attract mates
An international team of scientists has uncovered the first evidence of a non-human species cultivating plants for use other than as food.
University of Exeter Business School goes carbon neutral
The University of Exeter Business School is claiming a first in the sector with its decision to become completely carbon neutral.
Green-glowing fish provides new insights into health impacts of pollution
Understanding the damage that pollution causes to both wildlife and human health is set to become much easier thanks to a new green-glowing zebrafish.
Students’ Guild wins Gold Environment Award
The Students’ Guild achieved Gold in the NUS Green Impact Awards 2012.
Marine Protected Areas are keeping turtles safe
Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) are providing sea turtles with an ideal habitat for foraging and may be keeping them safe from the threats of fishing.
800-year-old farmers could teach us how to protect the Amazon
In the face of mass deforestation of the Amazon, we could learn from its earliest inhabitants who managed their farmland sustainably.
Biomass Boiler to heat University greenhouses
The University of Exeter is taking an unusual approach to sustainable gardening by installing a state-of-the-art biomass boiler to heat its three greenhouses.
Biosciences team's reuse scheme benefits local schools
A team from the College of Life and Environmental Sciences are reusing their laboratory equipment for the benefit of the local Exeter community.
Discoveries boost region's reputation for environmental research
New discoveries from the University of Exeter’s Environment and Sustainability Institute will boost the region’s reputation for world-class research.
Environmental Auditors wanted!
Want hands on auditing experience? Want to add a valuable skill to your CV? Want to find out more about Sustainability at the University?
Redder ladybirds more deadly, say scientists
A ladybird’s colour indicates how well-fed and how toxic it is, according to an international team of scientists.
Go Green Week 2012: 6-10 February
Staff and students at the University of Exeter are holding a week of events aimed at inspiring people to take action to prevent climate change.
Exeter research highlights importance of Cornwall's food and drink industry
Research on the agriculture and food and drink of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly confirms just how vital these industries are to the area
'Up In Smoke' film screening and talk
'Up In Smoke', an award winning documentary film will be screened on the Exeter and Tremough campuses, with a talk from the scientist behind the story.
Turtles’ mating habits protect against effects of climate change
The mating habits of marine turtle may help to protect them against the effects of climate change, according to new research led by the University of Exeter.
One Planet MBA graduate awarded first ever Hutton Prize at Exeter
Kathie Oakeshott, a graduate of the One Planet MBA innovation cohort, has been awarded the first Hutton Prize for Excellence at Exeter.
University and Geological Survey join together in a critical alliance
In response to growing unease over supply of critical metals for high-tech manufacturing and green technologies, the British Geological Survey (BGS) and the University of Exeter have agreed to join forces in a new initiative to improve research capability in this vital area.
Volunteers plant two new hedgerows for wildlife
Staff, student and community volunteers have helped to plant two new hedgerows, comprising of more than 400 trees.
Students' Eco-print campaign making positive changes on campus
A team of
Nick Baker joins University experts to debate future of land use in the South West
TV presenter Nick Baker joined University academics, students and local people for a debate on the future use of land in the South West on 18 November.
Limited options for meeting 2°C warming target, warn climate change experts
We will only achieve the target of limiting global warming to safe levels if carbon dioxide emissions begin to fall within the next two decades and eventually decrease to zero.
Annual travel survey
Take part in the annual travel survey for a chance to win some great prizes.
Mountain bike athlete wows crowds
Top mountain biker Andrei Burton wowed crowds assembled on the University of Exeter Piazza with a death defying bike display.
Big Dilemmas symposium 2011
The Big Dilemmas symposium will take place on Friday 18th November on the Streatham Campus, Exeter.
One Planet MBA scoops first Green Gown for University
The University of Exeter Business School has won a prestigious Green Gown award in the Courses category for its ground-breaking One Planet MBA programme, officially launched in September.
Retail outlets raise over £1600 for local wildlife charity
University Premier shops across the Streatham Campus helped to raise £1617.44 for Devon Wildlife Trust over the past 12 months.
Student sustainability photo competition
A new photography competition with sustainability as its focus has just been launched for students across all campuses.
UK scientists come together to help feed the 7 billion
The Universities of Exeter and Bristol, in partnership with Rothamsted Research have officially joined forces to tackle one of the biggest challenges facing humanity: how can we sustainably feed a growing population?
Biodiversity, birds and the built environment
Staff, students, environmental enthusiasts and local architects were among the lucky audience who enjoyed four dynamic speakers sharing top tips and advice on biodiversity, birds and the built environment.
University of Exeter Bike Fair
The University is proud to welcome Andrei Burton, the UK's Premier Mountain Bike Trials Athlete to the Great Hall Piazza on the 31st October.
Student Reuse Project a success
The Student Reuse Project has been a complete success and you can get involved.
Low carbon project scoops national award
It was recently announced that the ‘Clear About Carbon’ project involving academics from the University of Exeter Business School is a joint winner of the 2011 European Social Fund (ESF) Sustainable Development Specialist Project Leader Awards.
One Planet MBA enters global rankings
The newly launched One Planet MBA, unique to the University of Exeter Business School, has been ranked 47 in the world by the Aspen Institute’s Beyond Grey Pinstripes survey.
Scientists simulate seashells’ structures
Scientists have successfully created synthetic crystals whose structures and properties mimic those of naturally-occurring biominerals such as seashells.
Britain’s wildlife will benefit from better coastal structures
Plants and animals that live on Britain’s coasts could benefit from changes to the way coastal structures such as seawalls, breakwaters, rock armour and jetties are designed and built.
Exeter students donate to Food Bank
The University of Exeter is hoping its students will make record-breaking donations to Exeter Food Bank this summer.
Campus receives prestigious Green Flag Award
The University of Exeter’s grounds have been ranked among the best parks and green spaces in the country.
Exeter student inspired by Polar explorer ancestry
University of Exeter student Rebecca Rixon has shared the first findings of her research on the Antarctic Peninsula Ice Sheet.
University of Exeter receives additional Grand Challenges Explorations funding
The University of Exeter announced today that it will receive additional funding through Grand Challenges Explorations, an initiative created by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
Birds, bees and bikes take University staff for a ride
Staff enjoyed a guided Biodiversity Bike Ride on Friday 24 June as part of a series of University events celebrating Team Green Britain Bike Week.
Climate change disasters could be predicted
Climate change disasters, such as the melting of the Greenland ice sheet, dieback of the Amazon rainforest or collapse of the Atlantic overturning circulation, could be predicted according to University of Exeter research.
‘Lost’ bats found breeding on Scilly
A University of Exeter biologist has discovered a ‘lost’ species of bat breeding on the Isles of Scilly.
The novel in a time of climate change
The past five years have seen a significant increase in novels focusing on climate change.
First class award in Green League for University
The University of Exeter has been given a first class award for environmental performance for the third year running in the People and Planet Green League.
Bike Week Events, 18 -26 June 2011
National Bike Week commences on the 18th June 2011 and we will be holding a series of cycling events at our Exeter campuses, which are open to all staff and students.
University receives generous support from Santander
The UK arm of Santander, the Spanish banking group, has generously pledged a further £315,000 in support for the University of Exeter, bringing its total funding for the organisation to close to half a million pounds.
University of Exeter saves eight tonnes of CO2 over six months
The University of Exeter has demonstrated a continuing commitment to reducing its Carbon Footprint once again by recycling waste cooking oil from its eight campus kitchens.
University pond reveals hidden history of fungi
Researchers at the University of Exeter have uncovered a ‘missing link’ in the fungal tree of life after analysing samples taken from the university’s pond.
Help the Hog
When did you last see a hedgehog? A few years ago hedgehogs were common night visitors to urban gardens. But now it is hard to spot a hog at night even if you leave food out for them.
WWF partner Business School on unique MBA programme
September 2011 sees the launch of the new One Planet MBA programme, a unique partnership between WWF and the University of Exeter Business School.
Glaciers contributing to faster sea-level rise
Melting mountain glaciers are contributing to sea-level rise faster than at any time in the last 350 years, according to new research published in Nature Geoscience.
Exeter alumni return from Heart of Borneo
Two University of Exeter alumni have returned after leading a groundbreaking expedition to one of the most remote and unexplored regions on Earth.
Student think tank tackles Big Dilemmas for sustainability
A group of Exeter students presented their findings of an interdisciplinary study of ‘The future of renewable energy in the UK’ to an audience of over 100 academics, students and community stakeholders.
Shaping the Future lecture on 14th April 2011
The next Shaping the Future lecture taking place on Thursday 14th April 2011.
Decarbonising Britain lecture on 13th April 2011
On Wednesday 13th April, Dr Samuel Fankhauser, Deputy Director at the Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change at the London School of Economics will deliver a lecture on "Decarbonising Britain".
Students’ Guild celebrates Devon Week
Devon Week is happening 14th to 18th March and is celebrating all things Devon.
Free bike tune up with Dr. Bike
Back by popular demand Unicycle has organised another 2 sessions with Halford’s Metro Dr. Bike, one for each campus.
Student Reuse Project
The 'Give and Take Event' is a way that you can give away items you no longer need to other students who can make good use of them. So if you have items you no longer require and they are in good condition don't let them go to the landfill - bring them to this event instead.
Exeter students lead the way with recycling scheme
The Environmental Sustainability team are taking steps to ensure at least 45% of waste is recycled by 2015
Project seeks to tackle Big Dilemmas on sustainability
TV wildlife presenter and University of Exeter graduate Nick Baker has joined top academics to launch a project which seeks to tackle today’s complex sustainability challenges.
New report highlights low carbon opportunities for Devon
A new report created by the University of Exeter for Devon County Council has highlighted a number of opportunities for the county as part of the examination of the Low Carbon Transition Plan (LCTP).
Head of Cornwall's first university environmental research institute appointed
Professor Kevin J Gaston has been appointed inaugural Director of the University of Exeter’s Environment and Sustainability Institute (ESI).
Tree sculpture in the making
A chainsaw wielding artist can be found on the University of Exeter Streatham Campus throughout the week making a sculpture out of a wood cleared from The Forum development site.
Partnership joins Exeter’s weather and climate experts
The world-class weather and climate expertise of the Met Office and the University of Exeter will enter a new era of collaboration with the launch today of an in-depth research partnership.
Climate change and the future of food security
One of the UK’s most eminent scientists is heading to the University of Exeter to deliver a special lecture on the challenges climate change poses to agriculture and food production.
Sustainable Fresh Ideas
Fresh Ideas, the University's internal catering and function team, have recently introduced several sustainability inspired initiatives.
University awarded grant to develop strategic sustainability education project
A consortium of five universities, including the University of Exeter, has been awarded £200,000 from the Higher Education Funding Council for England, to develop an innovative strategic project in the field of Education for Sustainable Development (ESD).
Bus Improvements
Following the public transport survey last November, the University has worked with Devon County Council and Stagecoach to improve the D bus service.
Alumnus Nick Baker launches Birds & Bees Campaign at the University of Exeter
On 9 October, broadcaster and naturalist Nick Baker led a group of over 150 volunteering students, academics, members of the public and Devon Wildlife Trust experts for the first ever Bioblitz at the University of Exeter.
University of Exeter staff recognised for environmental improvements
A unique awards ceremony, called the Green Impact Awards, recently took place at the University.
Degrees Cooler: new green campaign at the University of Exeter
The University of Exeter is taking part in a flagship greener lifestyles programme.
