The St Andrews Centre for Critical Sustainabilities (StACCS) delivered a programme of events and collaborations that demonstrate the value of interdisciplinary research and engagement in advancing sustainability.…
Outside the lab, The St Andrews Environmental Humanities Network launched in May 2025, bringing together researchers, students, and practitioners whose work engages with ecocultural issues ranging from the study of…
LEAF is an accreditation system that assesses sustainability standards within laboratories, awarding Bronze, Silver, or Gold certification based on actions to reduce energy, waste, and resource use. Following a pilot…
In November 2024, we celebrated the second anniversary of our unique bus travel partnership with Stagecoach, and brought on board local bus operator Moffat & Williamson. Since November 2022, the 75% bus discount scheme…
As part of the University’s 2022–2027 Strategy, a dedicated Sustainability section has been introduced in the new University JobSite. This reflects a core priority: ensuring that our values are clear and visible to…
Active travel initiatives continue to promote sustainable transport options for staff and students. Cycle Maintenance and Training The University delivered a range of engagement activities to encourage active travel…
During 2025, the University, through Transition, continued its partnership with the British Heart Foundation (BHF) to support clothing and furniture donations across campus. A total of 5,619 donation bags were…
As part of its commitment to responsible procurement, the University introduced the Agilico Zero initiative to replace its printing and copying fleet. Rather than purchasing entirely new devices, a refurbishment…
The University is currently trialling the Net Zero Public Sector Building Standard (NZPSBS) on two flagship capital projects, New College and Digital Nexus. This reflects the University’s commitment to delivering…
The Biodiversity Action Plan provides the framework for protecting and enhancing biodiversity across the University estate. Its twin aims are to increase the abundance and diversity of native plants, fungi, and…