Welcome to Sustainable Liverpool
Welcome to Sustainable Liverpool, the new sustainability newsletter highlighting how we are working to make the university more sustainable. We bring you the latest news from the Sustainability team, research news, event highlights, details of projects and campaigns, as well as SDG themed articles on anything from climate action, innovation and gender equality, to tips on well-being and sustainable living and how you can contribute to sustainable research and improving social, cultural and environmental best practice across our campuses.
The University will only achieve its sustainability goals through collaboration and innovation. We want Sustainable Liverpool to celebrate the ingenuity of our staff, students and partners. So, if you would like to contribute to the newsletter, please get in touch and share your sustainability news, events or activities with sustainability@liverpool.ac.uk or complete the online form.
There is a huge variety of projects and activities you can get involved in, and here, you can share your ideas and experiences. We all have the power to make a positive difference, no matter how small the action.
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Transforming the plastics industry for a circular economy
Transforming the plastics industry for a circular economy
Last month, our Circular Economy Manager, Rhiannon Hunt joined a workshop with international research project, TRANSFORM-CE, to explore how we might navigate to a more circular future for plastics.
Posted on: 16 March 2023
Sustainability Week 2023
Sustainability Week 2023
The University’s first ever Sustainability Week took place between 20th-28th February, as part of the Feel Good February initiative.
Posted on: 9 March 2023
World Book Day: News From Nowhere’s sustainability must reads
World Book Day: News From Nowhere’s sustainability must reads
To celebrate World Book Day, Liverpool's not-for-profit radical and community bookshop, News From Nowhere have compiled their top 10 sustainability book recommendations, especially for Sustainable Liverpool.
Posted on: 1 March 2023
Trash to Treasure: We visit the SUEZ Renew Hub
Trash to Treasure: We visit the SUEZ Renew Hub
A Utopia for reuse and upcycling, The Renew Hub in Manchester is selling everyday waste items salvaged from household collections to the general public, with all proceeds going to charity. Representatives from the University of Liverpool recently visited the Hub to find out more.
Posted on: 27 February 2023
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Get ready for Sustainability Week
The University’s first ever Sustainability Week is fast approaching, taking place from 20th – 28th February, with a full calendar of exciting and informative events and opportunities for staff and students to get involved in.
Posted on: 13 February 2023
Top tips for reducing waste at Christmas 
Top tips for reducing waste at Christmas
From cardboard and wrapping paper, to food and plastic packaging, the Christmas period can generate a significant amount of waste.
Posted on: 19 December 2022
University launches new Climate Plan 
University launches new Climate Plan
The University’s new Climate Plan sets out our ambitions, principles and commitments to being net zero by 2035 – 15 years ahead of the Government’s 2050 deadline.
Posted on: 29 November 2022
What are carbon emissions, and why do they matter? 
What are carbon emissions, and why do they matter?
You’ll often see the terminology ‘Scopes 1, 2 and 3’ used when talking about carbon emissions, but what do these numbers mean? Karl Whittle, Professor of Zero Carbon and Nuclear Energy, explains.
Posted on: 29 November 2022
Improving energy use on campus 
Improving energy use on campus
The University of Liverpool Energy Company (ULEC) are launching an Energy Audit in December 2022 to help us understand where and how we could make our buildings more energy efficient. Energy & Sustainability Consultant, Rory Baker, who is managing this crucial project, explains.
Posted on: 29 November 2022
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Transforming the plastics industry for a circular economy
Transforming the plastics industry for a circular economy
Last month, our Circular Economy Manager, Rhiannon Hunt joined a workshop with international research project, TRANSFORM-CE, to explore how we might navigate to a more circular future for plastics.
Posted on: 16 March 2023