We are proud to announce our commitment to the Concordat for the Environmental Sustainability of Research and Innovation Practice.
This voluntary agreement, co-developed by the UK research and innovation (R&I) sector, aims to embed environmental responsibility into all aspects of research and innovation practices, aligning with the UK's net zero by 2050 goal.
By signing the concordat, we join 32 signatories and supporters from universities and research organisations in pledging to reduce the environmental impacts of our activities. The concordat outlines six priority areas for action:
- Leadership and system change
- Sustainable infrastructure
- Sustainable procurement
- Emissions from business and academic travel
- Collaborations and partnerships
- Environmental impact and reporting data
We recognise the need to change how we conduct research and innovation as well as promote wider solutions. Find out what action we are taking now and, in the future, to reduce and eliminate our own environmental impacts and emissions and achieve the transition to sustainable practices.
Read about our sustainability goals.