Operations Case Studies

Click hereLink opens in a new window to listen to Josh CleallLink opens in a new window, CEO of Team JumpLink opens in a new window, and Yurong TianLink opens in a new window discuss gamification, sustainability, and Warwick's Green Rewards PlatformLink opens in a new window.

The Energy and Sustainability team with the help of amazing volunteers relocated 135 amphibians this season.

Click hereLink opens in a new window to listen to Dr Molly WilliamsLink opens in a new window and ⁠Gemma WilkinsLink opens in a new window⁠ discuss ⁠Warwick's white-clawed crayfish reintroduction projectLink opens in a new window⁠.

A major refurbishment project has now commenced to improve the reliability of the mechanical and electrical systems, improve the building’s energy performance and reduce carbon emissions.

The University’s Computer Science building has reached a major sustainability milestone following the completion of a comprehensive refurbishment project in December 2025. The works mark a real step forward in reducing the University’s carbon emissions.

After building momentum with a Top 3 finish in the past two years, the University of Warwick has won the universities category of the Big Hog Friendly Litter Pick Challenge for the first time, recognising the University’s ongoing efforts to reduce litter and protect wildlife on campus and in the local community.

Our coppicing session brings together student and staff volunteers to support woodland health while creating positive social impact. Coppicing encourages new growth and increases biodiversity by allowing more light to reach the woodland floor, supporting a wider range of plants and wildlife and helping to build a more resilient ecosystem.

Thirty white-clawed crayfish have just moved into a specially prepared ‘5-star hotel’ on campus, where they’ll be safe from invasive species and provided with everything they need to thrive.

The University of Warwick diverted 9.5 tonnes of items from waste, reused 6.6 tonnes, and raised over £5,100 for charity in their end-of-term Donation Drive.

Take a behind-the-scenes look at the Energy and Sustainability team's work managing campus energy.

Warwick has signed the Nature Positive Pledge – a commitment to start a journey to halt and reverse nature loss, and to actively restore biodiversity and ecosystems affected by our activities.

The Community Fridge demonstrates circular economy principles through partnership between Chemistry, Warwick Food Group, and Energy & Sustainability teams.

The Mead Gallery ventilation was upgraded with smart controls, reducing energy use significantly while supporting sustainability and operational efficiency.

The University of Warwick demonstrated its commitment to sustainability and the circular economy by partnering with Maris Interiors and Tarkett in the ReStart® program, successfully recovering 4,737 kilograms of carpet tiles from Riley Court to reduce waste and extend material lifecycles.

Radcliffe has been reimagined with a sleek, sustainable makeover, embracing the circular economy to refresh existing furniture—delivering a modern, high-end space while cutting costs and slashing carbon emissions.

The Donation Drive is a project to reduce the environmental impact of move out by making it easier for students to donate unwanted items before they leave campus. This proactive system prevents waste, reduces the University’s carbon footprint and supports incoming students and local charities.

Our Energy Strategy is based on three principles: Reduce, Decarbonise, Smart.  We have case studies available for each, which can be found below:

• Reduce Case StudiesLink opens in a new window
• Decarbonise Case StudiesLink opens in a new window
• Smart Case StudiesLink opens in a new window

We're working to make it easy for everyone to reduce, reuse, and recycle, following our Environmental PolicyLink opens in a new window to implement long-term waste management strategies and cut the overall waste generated by 1% per annum between 2021 and 2025.

There are many trails to follow on campus, allowing you to explore the wonderful green spaces we have.

The Campus Masterplan, which leads to 2030 and beyond, sets a blueprint for the future development of the campus. It commits to managing biodiversity holistically and to ensuring biodiversity on campus is better than before.

We're continually investing in and developing new campus buildings, and these projects are being developed with a consciousness of the University’s plans to achieve net-zero carbon from direct emissions by 2030.