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Local schools discover more about climate change at KS3 summit
Local schoolchildren were given the opportunity to learn more about climate change and sustainability at the annual climate change summit hosted by the University of Bedfordshire.
University of Bedfordshire placed third in Green League
The University of Bedfordshire is celebrating another high-scoring year in the People & Planet University Green League, placing third in the UK for its continued sustainability efforts.
Students tackle climate change through a ‘save our planet’ event
To mark the international climate change negotiations (CoP28), students from the University of Bedfordshire were given an exciting opportunity to learn about measures which reduce climate change and develop the sustainability strategy at an interactive event co-hosted with the Students’ Union.
Chris Packham CBE delivers inspirational University lecture on building a sustainable future
The University of Bedfordshire was excited to welcome renowned naturalist and broadcaster, Chris Packham CBE, who delivered an engaging, free public talk on the subject of sustainability, climate action and the environment, with the whole event featuring a green, no-waste policy in line with the institution’s Target Zero ambitions.
University hosts climate change summit for region’s youth
The University of Bedfordshire welcomed students and teachers from over a dozen local schools to a climate change summit this term in collaboration with the Science Learning Partnership.
Award-winning naturalist & broadcaster to host free event for University & the public
The University of Bedfordshire is excited to welcome award-winning broadcaster, author and naturalist Chris Packham CBE to host a new instalment of its ‘An Evening With’ public lectures, this time on the topic of sustainability.
University of Bedfordshire placed first in England in Green League
Celebrations are underway at the University of Bedfordshire after it was announced that the institution was awarded second place in the UK in the People & Planet 2022/23 University Green League, putting it in the top spot for England overall.
University’s Green Spaces research recognised in national climate action campaign
A new environmental research study being conducted by academics from the University of Bedfordshire, focussing on access to green spaces, has been highlighted in Made At Uni’s latest campaign, ‘Climate Action’.
Student volunteers pledge to Keep Luton Tidy
A successful litter-picking drive was hosted by the University of Bedfordshire as part of the ‘Keep Luton Tidy’ initiative, encouraging students to volunteer their time in helping the environment and to take pride in their surroundings.
University retains Platinum EcoCampus Award
The University of Bedfordshire has been awarded Platinum certification by EcoCampus for the fourth year running, following its success in the 2021 People & Planet University Green League.
University to host climate change summit
The University of Bedfordshire has collaborated with the Hertfordshire & Essex Science Learning Partnership and STEMPOINT East to host a student-delivered climate change summit this month.
University retains top ten spot for sustainability
The University of Bedfordshire has received a first class award in the 2021 People & Planet University League, retaining its position at eighth place out of 154 institutions.