Earth Day 2023

On 22 April, the world celebrates Earth Day and this year the theme is invest in our planet. So, what can you do?

At the University we are passionate about protecting our planet and have made a commitment to being net zero carbon by 2035.

Our researchers are informing policy and creating new technologies. And you can be part of the solution by making small changes to your lifestyle or studying one of our climate-related courses.

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Earth Day 2023: Measuring our progress towards net zero

A brief overview of the progress that the University has made towards achieving its net zero goals.

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Climate plan

The University's Climate plan sets out our commitments in relation to addressing the climate crisis and outlines our pathway to achieving net zero by 2035. 

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How our Alumni are making a difference to our planet

Explore how some of the University's alumni are working towards a more sustainable future.

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Student Sustainability Hub

A hub of information for all students at Liverpool who are interested in extra-curricular sustainability opportunities.

https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/study/subjects/environmental-sciences/

Study with us

We are scientists. And climate warriors. You’ll find us in the field, exploring all components of nature, from the centre of the earth to the upper atmosphere. Take a look at our climate related undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

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Postcard from Vienna: Exchanging knowledge to support forest expansion

Dr Andrew Hacket-Pain has recently returned from an exciting placement in Vienna. He worked with Austrian academic and industry partners to encourage the UK to expand its domestic tree seed supply.

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Becoming an Expert: Understanding Earth’s magnetic field

Alexander Tully is a 2nd Year PhD student. His research aims to gain a greater understanding of the Earth's geomagnetic field as it weakens, and the impact that this could have.

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Let's invest in our planet together this #EarthDay

As we prepare for Earth Day, we are asking our global alumni community to make a pledge for achievable changes towards a sustainable future.

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Campus Spring Clean for Earth Day 2023

To celebrate Earth Day and their 10th Anniversary, a team from the University of Liverpool’s Construction Company (Special Projects) will be taking part in a spring clean of the campus removing single-use pollution from around the Campus.