At the University of Salford, we are committed to building sustainable communities through engagement, partnerships and outreach. Our initiatives in Sustainable Communities are focused on creating a collaborative environment where sustainability becomes a shared responsibility and a source of inspiration for our community and beyond, through:
From Monday 9 March to Sunday 22 March, students, colleagues and local community members came together for Go Green Salford Spring 2026, the University of Salford’s biannual Festival of Sustainability. Across two weeks, the festival brought our community together through workshops, talks, outdoor activities and creative events designed to inspire sustainable action and highlight the […]
We are thrilled to announce that the University of Salford and Salford SU is now Responsible Futures accredited! This achievement reflects our commitment to integrating sustainability across our institution and we are proud to be part of a network driving change in higher education in partnership with students. Led by Students Organising for Sustainability UK […]
Written by Dan Lowy Last year, we supported A-Level graduate Dan Lowy through the Pure Innovations placement. Through this scheme, individuals with learning difficulties are supported with workplace placements to build experience in employment. Below is Dan’s experience as being part of the Sustainability Team for several months, and how he benefited from the experience. […]
At the University of Salford, we empower and equip our students to take action to support sustainability during their studies and when applying their knowledge long after graduation. For Lauren Moore, a BSc (Hons) Wildlife Conservation with Zoo Biology graduate, that approach became the foundation of a career dedicated to protecting biodiversity and promoting sustainability across communities and […]
The festive period is a time to unwind, connect and celebrate – but it can also create a lot of unnecessary waste as well as be unintentionally carbon intensive. By making a few thoughtful choices, you can enjoy a meaningful holiday while reducing your environmental impact. Here are some simple, creative and budget-friendly ways to […]
At the University of Salford, we see sustainability as a perspective that shapes how students understand and interact with the world. For Susan Ejeme, a graduate of the MSc Fashion Business and Marketing programme, this perspective has deeply influenced both her career goals and her personal approach to fashion. Since starting her degree, Susan has […]
A graduate of the MSc Sustainability programme, Richard Walker now works as the Tourism Sustainability Manager at Marketing Manchester, the organisation responsible for promoting Greater Manchester as a leading destination for business, events, and tourism. Richard’s role brings together everything he learned at Salford, from environmental awareness and social impact to practical solutions that drive real change. What […]
Rebecca Bowcock’s route into sustainability didn’t follow a straight line, and that’s what makes it powerful. A Human Geography graduate from the University of Salford (class of 2018), Rebecca left university with practical skills, a network of contacts and a conviction that sustainability should be both strategic and achievable. Today she’s a Senior Carbon Consultant […]
At the University of Salford, we embed sustainability into all aspects of university life, enabling a mindset that shapes how our graduates see and engage with the world. For Isaac Obeng-Amoako, who graduated with Distinction from the MSc Financial Technology programme, that mindset has grown into a clear sense of purpose. Today, Isaac is part […]
The Sustainability awards, hosted 19 November, was a fantastic celebration of all the hard work of those who have helped to make our University more sustainable. Historically an awards event to celebrate our Green Impact teams, this year saw the addition of our LEAF-accredited labs. We also had a full line up of Special Awards, which are an added […]