University’s Net Zero strategy recognised as among best in UK
04 November 2021
The ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø's ambitious and detailed plan to become Carbon Net Zero by 2030 has been recognised as one the best of its kind in the UK.
The , run by the Energy Managers Association, represents recognition from professionals and places the University among some of the leading public and private sector organisations in the UK for sustainability.
The University has been shortlisted in the category for Best Net Zero plan. The winners will be announced on 16 November.
Dan Fernbank, Energy and Sustainability Director at the ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø, said: "Our plan to reach Net Zero for the ºÚ¹Ï³ÔÁÏÍø matches our world-leading research and education in environment and climate change.
"Our plan considers every aspect of our operation, including shifting our buildings to carbon-free heating, cutting emissions from national and international business travel, and using our campuses and resources to better support biodiversity and carbon sequestration. We hope our actions, as well as our research, will inspire others to take action on climate change."