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UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · 11d

🎉 We’ve cut general waste by 48%, diverting 650+ tonnes from incineration and edging closer to our 50% target!

Together we’ve composted 150+ tonnes, recycled 120+ tonnes of food waste and reused 14 tonnes via our reuse platform, Warp It. 🚀 Read all about it here: www.liverpool.ac.uk/.../stories/...

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UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · 15d

🎉 Today marks the 10th anniversary of the UN Sustainable Development Goals 🎉

With just five years remaining until 2030, the SDGs continue to guide our work towards meaningful progress.

Read our brand new SDG Report showcasing global impact across the 17 goals 👉🏽 www.liverpool.ac.uk/media/livacu...

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UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · 16d

As part of #globalgoals week we are delighted to introduce our 2024-25 Sustainable Development Goals Report, showcasing how UoL is supporting each of the SDGs across research, education and operations. 👏💚

🔗 Read the full report here: www.liverpool.ac.uk/media/livacu...

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UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · 18d

It’s #RecycleWeek! ♻️

Join Suez in the Guild Walkway this Thursday, 11am - 2pm, for a fun and interactive game.

Test your recycling knowledge and maybe even win a prize! 🏆

UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · 25d

Welcome (or welcome back) to Liverpool! 💙

Today marks the beginning of Welcome Week, the perfect opportunity to start your sustainability journey here at #teamlivuni. 🌱

Not sure where to start? Read our full student guide to sustainability linked below.👇

www.liverpool.ac.uk/about/sustai...

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UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · Sep 3

Thank you to the lovely staff member who has sent in images of a hummingbird hawk-moth spotted on campus! 🦋

Seen in the small garden between the Whelan and Thomas Yates building,it shows the importance of our biodiversity efforts and the value of even small pockets of nature in urban environments.💚

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UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · Aug 14

ADHD Foundation Garden, Supporting Inclusivity and Biodiversity, Opens on Campus!

Designed by Katy Terry in collaboration with the ADHD Foundation, the green oasis features diverse botanicals, including climbing hydrangea and umbellifers, serving as a valuable food source and habitat for wildlife.

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UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · Aug 1

Another bin-credible year of Leave Liverpool Tidy! 💚♻️🌱

Over 50 volunteers collected 147 bags of clothes, 10 boxes of homeware, tonnes of food & more - all donated to the British Heart Foundation.

Huge thanks to all who volunteered to help keep our student communities clean and litter free! 👏

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UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · Jul 25

The Environmental Sustainability and Energy Services team have recently launched a dedicated internet site.👏

It provides staff with practical information and guidance, as well as access to a range of services supporting sustainability across the estate. 🌱♻️

mynotices.liverpool.ac.uk/view?announc...

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UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · Jul 11

We’re celebrating two winners from the 2025 Staff Awards.💚

🏆Sam Hay, received the Outstanding Individual contribution to Sustainability Award.

🏆Residential Services Sustainability Group, received the Outstanding Team Contribution to Sustainability Award.

🔗 www.liverpool.ac.uk/about/sustai...

UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · Jul 8

As part of #NetZeroWeek, we’re highlighting the University of Liverpool Climate Plan, our strategic approach to achieving a just transition to net zero and strengthening climate resilience across the University. Explore our Climate Plan here: www.liverpool.ac.uk/about/sustai...

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UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · Jun 26

Proud to represent @livuni at the THE Global Sustainable Development Congress in Istanbul last week 🌍💡 Highlights included a Living Lab workshop with global partners, where our Sustainability Officer shared how student led innovation is driving real world impact! www.liverpool.ac.uk/about/sustai...

UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · Jun 24

We are pleased to announce that the University of Liverpool has been awarded Fairtrade status!

This accreditation recognises our commitment to embedding Fairtrade principles across leadership, operations, and the student experience 👏🏽 read more here 👉🏽 news.liverpool.ac.uk/2025/06/24/u...

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UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · Jun 19

The University of Liverpool is now ranked 147th in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2026, placing us firmly in the Top 150 globally! 👏

We’re particularly proud that our sustainability performance accounts for 5% of the overall ranking. 💚

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UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · Jun 18

The University of Liverpool has been ranked among the world’s top 100 universities in the 2025 THE Impact Rankings, placing 88th out of 2,318 institutions globally. 👏

🔗 Read the full news story linked below for full details.

news.liverpool.ac.uk/2025/06/18/u...

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UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · Jun 16

So happy to share that two initiatives from the Sustainability team in PCS, have won Outstanding Contribution to Sustainability at the University of Liverpool Staff Awards!
🏆 Individual Award: Sam Hay
🏆 Team Award: Residential Services Sustainability Group
Congrats to all the winners and nominees!

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UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · Jun 10

This #BikeWeek, we’re proud to share the exciting initiatives we offer that make cycling easier, more accessible and safer for both staff and students. 🚴‍♀️💚

👇Visit the links below to learn more.

Peloton Bikiosk: peloton.coop/project/biki...

Cycle2Work Scheme: www.liverpool.ac.uk/about/sustai...

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UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · Jun 2

As #ClimateImpactWeek launches in Liverpool, we’re celebrating 95% of our labs now certified under the LEAF programme, cutting energy, plastic and water use. 👏🧪

Read our latest news story for more information:

www.liverpool.ac.uk/about/sustai...

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UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · May 22

You may have noticed our signs dotted around campus. 👀

For this years #BiodiversityDay we are taking part in the #NoMowMay campaign, whereby areas across campus will be intentionally left unmown to allow biodiversity to thrive. 🌸🌳🐝

🔗 Read our staff news story.

news.liverpool.ac.uk/2025/05/22/u...

UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · May 20

New time and location for the Queen of Greens Bus! 💚

We’re pleased to share that the Queen of Greens Bus will now be making its weekly stop at Peach Street Car Park every Friday, from 12:30 - 1pm. 🍓🥕🥦🍉

Head over to www.queenofgreens.co.uk for more details. 🌱

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UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · May 16

Warp It update! 🚨

Since its launch in February, we’re proud to share some key Warp It updates:

💰£52,207 saved

♻️ 7.38 tonnes of waste avoided

🌍 20+ tonnes of CO2e prevented

👥 869 staff members now using the platform

Thank you! 👏

Learn more below:

👉 www.liverpool.ac.uk/about/sustai...

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UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · May 15

💡Original Ideas Podcast Episode 8: Sustainable Business Joanne & Clare @liverpooluni.bsky.social's Centre for Sustainable Business discuss.

🎙️Listen here: www.liverpool.ac.uk/research/ori...

🌍 Join CSB Conference
@uolmanschool.bsky.social 11 Jun, 9-4. RSVP 👉 www.liverpool.ac.uk/management/c...

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UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · May 13

Exciting news!

The University of Liverpool has launched its new Living Labs programme, giving students and staff the chance to work on real-world sustainability projects that connect learning with impact. 💚

🔗 Read the full story below.

news.liverpool.ac.uk/wp-login.php...

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UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · May 8

Last night marked the annual Liverpool Guild Awards where a new Sustainability Champion was crowned - Krish Daryanani! 🏆💚

Congratulations to Krish and to all the other amazing nominees and winners across the night! 👏

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UoL Sustainability @livunisustain.bsky.social · May 2

Professor Marco Armiero joins us for this year’s Lucrezia Zaina Lecture. 🌍

He’ll discuss how fascist regimes shaped and used environmental narratives - drawing on ‘Mussolini’s Nature’.

Reserve your spot via the link below. 👇

www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lucrezia-z...

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