Fairtrade Fortnight is the nation’s biggest celebration of all things Fairtrade, and we’ve got a great line-up of events to help you join in the fun in St Andrews. There’s something for all ages and interests, so read…
The University of St Andrews was recently re-awarded Fairtrade University status by the Fairtrade Foundation…but what does that mean? Fairtrade University status is awarded to universities in the UK which have made a…
The Environment Team work closely with the University’s Fairtrade Steering Group, and are proud to present this guest blog written by their Fairtrade intern, Catriona! Read on for lots of great ideas for…
Looking back to last Friday (when I started drafting this post), WOW I can’t believe how busy things were around here… among other things my desk was covered by, banana costumes, Fairtrade wine, posters, leaflets and…
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between labels which claim to be fairly traded? While picking out that packet of rice on your way home from work I bet this is the last thing on your mind! Is a ‘Fairtrade’…
Thursday 28th February – Talk by Prof. Riches of Just Trading Scotland entitled ‘Ricing to the Challenge; What UK markets can do for farmers in Africa’ 7pm in School 3 Thursday 7th March – Film Screening of ‘Black…
Supply Chain Code of Conduct The University asks suppliers tendering for contracts to commit to its Supply Chain Code of Conduct and to ensure suppliers do likewise in order to promote sound social, ethical and…
12,000 students took their module in Training in Environmental Sustainability Action last year. This Wednesday, Millie and Lottie were awarded Sustainability Champions at the Green Gown Awards. Training in…
COVID-19 team update: what’s been happening and the impact of the pandemic on sustainability After a few weeks of furlough under the UK Government’s Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, the Environment Team are once again…
Welcome to Anya Kaufman, our new Sustainability Intern! She’ll be working with our dedicated Environment Team who work to fulfil the University’s sustainability agenda. Anya graduated from the University of St Andrews…