Current role Phil is focused on reducing the University’s Scope 1 & 2 carbon emissions, maintaining the ISO 50001 certification for energy management, and working with the Estates department and the Sustainability Office to deliver the Net Zero carbon ambitions. Green Career Journey Phil had an unconventional route into his current role. Initially studying for […]
Will is in charge of the strategic direction of the Sustainability Office. This involves the development of the strategy, the development of strategic relations and oversight of operational activities. Will is currently leading the engagement work around the strategy, as well as making external strategic connections with bodies such as Transport for Greater Manchester, the […]
Last week we launched Virtual Peel Park – a digital tool which makes the park more accessible to all. The project is led by Dr Simon Hutchinson from SEE, in collaboration with our team and the Salford Ranger Team. The tool has been co-created by salford uni staff, students, and local community. It includes information […]
Current role Leading on sustainability communications and engagement in the Sustainability Office to help and enable our students and staff to make sustainable choices. Coordinating a programme of events and initiatives, including Hedgehog Friendly Campus, Plastic Free UoS, Community Growing Space, and Go Green Salford. Green career journey BA in Business Management, originally pursuing a […]
Current role Works with both the Sustainability Office and the Students Union. The role involves supporting the Sustainability Communications and Engagement Strategy, whilst also assisting in student-focussed sustainability projects and volunteering. Ultimately, helping to raise awareness and engage staff and students on environmental and sustainability issues. Green career journey Recently graduated in BSc Environmental Management […]
Current role Lead on work to embed Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) into the formal curriculum, to ensure that students graduate with the knowledge and competencies to address sustainability issues. Developing a University wide and strategic approach to ESD and provide support to academics. Green Career Journey Previously held a role at Salford in the […]
Current role Emma is responsible for coordinating the delivery of the environmental sustainability goals and priorities across Estates and Facilities. Her remit is to maintain the ISO 14001 (environmental), ISO 50001 (energy) and Eco-Campus certifications, ensure legal compliance and contribute to the University Environmental Sustainability Plan and Net Zero Carbon Target. Green Career Journey BSc […]
For #GreenCareersWeek our Graduate Sustainability Communications & Engagement Officer (who you will meet later this week) has put together some top tips and advice for Salford Graduates looking for a job. The University of Salford Careers and Enterprise Team provide support for CV writing, job interviews, run workshops and can help you develop essential employability […]
Nigel Blandford, Sustainability Innovation Manager Sustainability Office, University of Salford Current role My current role involves making the linkages between research/innovation and UoS’s Net Zero Plans to ensure the university is ahead of the game in implementing sustainable products, policy, and services across the UoS Estate. I previously worked at Energy House 2. My work […]
Bec Bennett, Assistant Director of Sustainability Sustainability Office, University of Salford Current role Working with the Director of Sustainability in developing and driving our Sustainability Strategy and overseeing our strategic projects and operational activities. Leading on our Net Zero Carbon Strategic Project and our Responsible Procurement and Sustainable Construction Policies. Green career journey BSc (Hons) […]