Staff engagement

We want our staff members to feel supported to take sustainable action whilst at the University and beyond. Explore how you can get involved with sustainability at Surrey and make a difference.

Take action

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Discover Sustainability

Broaden your sustainability knowledge with our free online ‘Discover Sustainability’ mini-module.

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Green impact

Take sustainable action within your team and get awarded for your positive impact.

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Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework (LEAF)

All labs across the University are taking part in LEAF to ensure we are operating as sustainably as possible.

Sustainability Impact Plans (SIPs)

New for 27/28 - create bespoke sustainability impact plans for your department to tackle your biggest environmental impacts. Get in touch to find out more.

Expand your knowledge

Welcome to Sustainable Surrey | University of Surrey

Inductions: learn more about sustainability at the University (including our strategy, policies and opportunities) through our 'Welcome to Sustainable Surrey’ video – shown at all in-person staff inductions.

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Join us

Sustainability week

Enjoy a week of sustainable activity and events across the University. View the 2026 schedule.

Sustainability Assembly

Have your say on the University’s sustainability journey through our termly Sustainability Assemblies, open to all staff and all students.

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Join a network

Staff-led groups have been set up across the University to tackle sustainability issues, ranging from gender equality to improving biodiversity on site.

Events

If you are running an event or conference, please consider its sustainability impact by using the simple sustainability events guide. This guide can be found on the Surrey Share Point.

We don’t currently have any upcoming events. Check back soon for further announcements.