Operations Case Studies

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.