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We are the Environment and Sustainability Team at Aston University, Keeping Aston green and Sustainable. "For All People, Through Our People"

Aston Triangle, Birmingham, UK
Joined December 2011
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On Saturday 28 March at 8:30 PM,@AstonUniversity proudly took part in Earth Hour 2026, joining millions around the world to show support for climate action. As a symbol of our commitment, we turned off the lights at the Aston University Library building. @AstonUniLibrary
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As part of #EarthHour Week, Vice-Chancellor Prof Aleks Subic has launched Aston University’s Climate Action and Carbon Plan ; a key step towards delivering our 2030 sustainability ambitions and accelerating climate action across the university. @ProfAleksSubic @AstonUniversity
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Read more about Aston Climate Action & Carbon Management Plan Here : 2025-30-climate-resilience-carbon-management-plan.pdf
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Aston University ranks 2nd in England for social mobility for the 5th year, boosting access, success and outcomes for students. Read more: tinyurl.com/236ks28d
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Aston Sustainability and Enterprise Connect On Monday 21 January, Aston University is hosting a collaborative afternoon focused on practical pathways for sustainability action. If you would like to join us, you can reserve your place here: tickettailor.com/events/4bet…
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🌱 Go Green Week 2026 | 19–23 January 🌍 Small actions. Big impact. Join us on campus. Go Green Week is back! From Monday 19th to Friday 23rd January, we’re hosting a week of activities designed to help our community take simple, practical steps towards a more sustainable future.
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Our new @AstonUniversity Civic Agreement 2030 brings together universities, businesses, government, and communities to tackle challenges, spark innovation, and create opportunities for all in #Birmingham and our region. #StrongerTogether
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This report marks a key milestone in our efforts to deliver on the goals outlined in the University Strategy. It highlights the progress we’re making and demonstrates how we integrate the UN Sustainable Development Goals across our research, teaching, and operational practices.
🌍 In recognition of #WorldSDGDay & the 10th anniversary of the #UNSDGs, we’re proud to share Aston University’s 2024–25 Sustainability Report - a key step in our 2030 Sustainability Strategy. Read how we’re creating a more sustainable campus & community: aston.ac.uk/about/mission/su…
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🔝| @AstonUniversity up 58 places to be top in the UK for Partnerships in today's @timeshighered Impact World Rankings 🌍@AstonUniversity increased in 4 categories ♻️The rankings measure universities’ contributions to #UN Sustainable Development Goals tinyurl.com/37unsbr5
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🤝|@AstonUniversity joins Environmental Sustainability Concordat for UK university sector 🌿The Concordat sets out guidelines on embedding sustainability in universities 🌍It underscores Aston’s commitment to national and international climate targets 👉tinyurl.com/3muexd73
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🚺|Students at @AstonEPS have won a prize for designing a solar powered sanitary towel dispenser 🛠️It's designed to be made from recycled metal & dispense ♻️ towels 🚽Design aims to tackle stigma of #periods & inadequate access to hygiene products 👉tinyurl.com/mvpvzwwn
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Aston University awarded Modeshift STARS Good Level Accreditation for sustainable travel initiatives recognising its commitment to promoting sustainable and active travel for staff, students, and visitors. This recognition underpins the university’s commitment to SDGs 11 & 13.
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Aston University has demonstrated its commitment to sustainability by signing the @SDGAccord, an initiative designed to align higher education institutions with the UNSDGs. This milestone was marked by the Vice-Chancellor’s @ProfAleksSubic by formally signing of the SDG Accord.
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"Share Your Shelf" an initiative started by Aston Library Claim a free mystery festive wrapped book or browse our donated books to read over the holiday season. You can also donate any of your preloved books to our 'Share Your Shelf' Trolley in the Library @AstonUniLibrary
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Good luck to Enactus Aston & Nasima Mullah as they represent Aston University at the Green Gown Awards on Nov 13 in Edinburgh! Enactus Aston: Chance for Change project(Student) Nasima: Sustainability staff Champion of the Year #GreenGownAwards #AstonUniversity
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Nasima Mulla, Senior Service Desk Assistant | Green Gown Awards Aston University - Enactus Aston | Green Gown Awards
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We want to hear from you! All students at @AstonUniversity can be in with a chance of winning £500 by completing online confidential survey about your time at university and the skills you develop for getting a job. The closing date is 17th November 2024.
SUSTAINABILITY SKILLS SURVEY The short survey is being run in conjunction with SOS-UK. The closing date is 17 Nov and students will be entered into a draw to win £500 or one of 10 £50 runner-up prizes. log on to online1.snapsurveys.com/Skil….
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SUSTAINABILITY SKILLS SURVEY The short survey is being run in conjunction with SOS-UK. The closing date is 17 Nov and students will be entered into a draw to win £500 or one of 10 £50 runner-up prizes. log on to online1.snapsurveys.com/Skil….
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Aston University celebrates the launch of its new Sustainability Strategy with a tree-planting ceremony, symbolizing its dedication to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The 2030 Sustainability Strategy outlines a vision for a sustainable Aston.
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Read More : Sustainable Development at Aston University | Aston University
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