Environmental Sustainability Guidelines

At Warwick, we are committed to creating a campus that champions environmental responsibility. These guidelines provide practical steps and resources to help staff, students, and partners embed sustainability into everyday decisions—whether planning events, managing operations, or shaping research and teaching. By working together, we can reduce our environmental footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future for our community and the world.

Sustainable Research Practice GuidanceLink opens in a new window

The purpose of the Sustainable Research Practice Guidance is to provide guidance, direction, information and advice to help Researchers identify their responsibilities and to raise awareness of risks and expectations when designing and conducting research.

Sustainable Travel GuidanceLink opens in a new window

The purpose of this Sustainable Travel Guidance is to integrate climate conscious business travel into the processes of the University, while supporting the Warwick community to make climate conscious decisions when planning their travels.

Responsible Procurement GuidanceLink opens in a new window

The purpose of this guidance is to integrate responsibility and sustainability into the procurement processes of the University, while supporting the Warwick community to make climate conscious purchasing decisions.

Energy Usage GuidanceLink opens in a new window

The Energy Usage Policy and Guidance supports the University of Warwick’s efforts to reduce energy consumption and emissions, in line with our Energy Strategy and the University's Environmental Sustainability Strategy. This guidance aims to cut carbon emissions across all scopes and advance our contribution to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Sustainable Events GuideLink opens in a new window

Organising events in a more sustainable way can reduce costs and time, drive change beyond the event itself, enhance the experience for your participants, and benefit the environment. A more sustainable event not only reduces costs and time, but also aligns with our University’s strategy, demonstrating Warwick's commitment to sustainability to both the local community and the wider world.