Scotland Beyond Net Zero (SBNZ)
The University is a member of Scotland Beyond Net Zero (SBNZ), a coalition of Scottish universities that aims to drive research collaboration across disciplines, empower communities, and guide policymaking to help…
Tag: UNSDG 17
Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development.
The St Andrews Centre for Critical Sustainabilities (StACCS)
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.…
Sustainable Laboratories and LEAF Accreditation
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…
Bus Partnership
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…
Net Zero Public Sector Building Standard
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…
Biodiversity Action Plan
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…
Living Lab: Botanic Garden
The St Andrews Botanic Garden plays an important role in partnership with the University as a living laboratory. Piloting new programmes in research, education and conservation, the Garden exemplifies how a place-based…
Rastech: Advancing Sustainable Aquaculture in Scotland
Rastech, a Scottish AgriTech SME, is pioneering controlled-environment aquaculture systems that set new standards for sustainable food production. At Eden Campus, Rastech operates a solar-powered demonstration farm…
St Andrews Nature Networks: Restoring Habitats and Building Resilience
Running from October 2023 to March 2025 and funded by the Scottish Government’s Nature Restoration Fund (£231,183.30), the St Andrews Nature Networks project enhanced biodiversity and ecological resilience across 27…
Living Lab: Eden Campus
Eden Campus at the University of St Andrews is the physical ecosystem designed to drive transformative innovation, translate cutting-edge research into real-world applications, and facilitate effective knowledge…