Newcastle has been named one of the greenest universities in the UK.
Ranked 15th out of 143 universities in the People & Planet Green League 2013, the university has risen nine places since last year to become the greenest university in the region, and one of the top scoring in the UK.
Pro Vice Chancellor, Planning and Resources, Professor Tony Stevenson said the result was a reflection of the hard work and commitment of everyone at Newcastle University. "The whole university community can take credit for this tremendous achievement which reflects our belief that we can drive forward world-leading research and development without compromising the future."
He continued, "Sustainability underpins much of our research and is one of Newcastle University's societal challenge themes along with Ageing and Social Renewal. Today's recognition by People & Planet shows we really do practice what we preach. In partnership with our students we are creating a sustainable university, not just in Newcastle but also in our overseas campuses in Singapore and Malaysia."
The annual survey audits systems, performance and attitudes to green living, with Newcastle University scoring 48.5 out of 70, with maximum marks in:
High marks were also scored in carbon management, ethical investments, procurement and fairtrade, staff and student engagement and waste and recycling.
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