Case Studies - Sustainability at Warwick

Case Studies
Sustainability at Warwick
From cutting-edge research to community engagement and green campus initiatives, at University of Warwick, we’re on a journey to becoming a more sustainable university.
Take a look at our sustainability case studies, encompassing our projects in Research, Education, Engagement and Operations, to learn more about how we're tackling climate change problems, both internally and with our external partners.
Wild Warwick - Recap!
Wild Warwick was a new project for 2024/2025, aiming to promote wildlife and green spaces on campus. Read the case study to find out more...
Our Energy Strategy
Our Energy Strategy is based on three principles: Reduce, Decarbonise, Smart. We have case studies available for each, which can be found below:
Biodiversity on Campus
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.
Building a sustainable campus
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.
London air quality monitoring
Researchers have developed state-of-the-art machine learning models that establish real-time connected network of sensors, across London - enabling more effective air quality forecasting and modelling than is currently available.
University of Warwick signs agreement with agronomy specialist to bring UK beans to market
The University of Warwick’s research commercialisation wing, Warwick Innovations, has signed a contract with agronomy specialist Agrii to promote the commercial production of UK haricot beans developed by scientists at the University of Warwick.
Circular Economy Case Study: Donation Drive and Kitchen Kit Market 2024
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. In the 2023/24 academic year, there were four Donation Drives covering the major student move-out periods on campus: in March, June, July and September. This project is run by the Energy & Sustainability Team with support from the Post & Portering Team, Waste & Recycling Team, Warwick Conferences and Warwick Accommodation.
Education for Sustainable Development Network
Welcome to the Education for Sustainable Development Network, a community dedicated to addressing sustainability through events, resources, and collaboration.