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Campus trails on the path to sustainability

The University of Warwick’s campus trails will put you on the path to sustainability

Across our campus, you’ll find green spaces and short walks. Most notably is the Tocil Wood Nature Reserve as well as the Energy Trail, where you can discover how we’re working to reduce energy consumption to meet the global energy challenge. Encouraging positive thinking in terms of the climate crisis, and improving wellbeing, are just a few of the small benefits sustainability on campus can create at an individual level.

The Tocil Wood Nature Reserve is owned by the Warwickshire Wildlife Trust but is a part of our vibrant campus. At 400 years old and home to over 60 species of birds, it is an important example of how we’re working to protect biodiversity.

By following Warwick’s Energy Trail, you can learn more about the University’s world-class multidisciplinary research and technology. From discovering energy generation using solar panels and wind turbines to research into effective energy storage, you’ll enjoy a peaceful walk, while expanding your knowledge.

A number of points on the trail even look at where the University is part of developing new energy technologies – our vision is for Warwick to be a world-leading centre of excellence in energy research and the Energy Global Research Priority is the vehicle for making this happen.

You can also explore other walks on campus, such as the Sculpture Trail, showcasing the University’s fantastic sculpture collection.

The sustainability benefits

  • The campus walks and green spaces, particularly Tocil Wood, mean we’re able to conserve wildlife on campus and protect biodiversity.
  • The Energy Trail demonstrates the University’s commitment to meeting the global energy challenge, showcases our achievements in energy research and how we’re working to make our campus as sustainable as possible. At an individual level, this trail will encourage people to think positively about our efforts to tackle the climate crisis and to rethink their own contributions to sustainability.