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An Environmental Management System (EMS) is a structured framework that helps the University manage its environmental responsibilities in a consistent and organised way. It brings together policies, processes, and governance arrangements to identify and manage environmental risks and impacts, monitor compliance with relevant environmental legislati…

Once a clay extraction site for brickmaking, the Madingley Brickpits have transformed into a vibrant County Wildlife Site, one of nine city or county wildlife sites on University lands. The pits, created by extracting clay, now act as ponds capable of providing critical habitats for aquatic plants, invertebrates, and amphibians.Restoration and impa…

Laboratories play a vital role in advancing knowledge but are among the most energy-intensive spaces in a university setting. Typically, labs consume 3 to 10 times more energy per square metre than office spaces, due to specialised equipment, temperature control, and ventilation needs.At the Cambridge Centre for Advanced Research and Education in S…

Update 4 June 2026: This page has been updated to reflect recent developments to our heat pump projects since 1 October 2025.

The David Attenborough Building (DAB) is more than just a hub for cutting-edge conservation research; it’s a model of the University’s commitment to environmental sustainability. Guided by the principles of ISO 14001:2015, the DAB has established a comprehensive Environmental Management System (EMS) that integrates sustainability into all aspects o…

Since 2022, the School of Clinical Medicine (SCM), led by their Climate and Sustainability Action Group, has been developing and delivering its Local Environmental Sustainability Plan (LESP). To date, the group has coordinated a range of sustainability initiatives, including reducing the energy consumption and extending the lifespan of ultra-low te…

The Banking Engagement Forum (BEF) has been recognised with one of the University’s prestigious Excellence Awards, celebrating its outstanding contribution to enhancing environmental sustainability. In 2023, after three years of collaboration with the major banks serving the University of Cambridge and its affiliated Colleges, Trusts, and Cambridge…

At the University of Cambridge, sustainability is a collective effort, driven further by the commitment and leadership of our staff and students. In 2023-24, two key events showcased their remarkable efforts: the Professional Services Recognition Scheme Awards 2024, and the Sustainability Showcase 2024. These events highlighted exceptional contribu…

Sustainability isn't just about policies - it's about action. Green Impact is a national scheme that enables University institutions to reduce environmental impact through an action toolkit, rewarding progress over time from Bronze, Silver and Gold all the way to Platinum. Excellence projects can also be completed to focus actions on a single envir…

The University of Cambridge is committed to developing and improving our sustainable transport initiatives for staff, to reduce emissions and improve connectivity across sites.A key initiative has been our collaboration with leading micro-mobility company Voi on the ‘Travel at Work’ pilot project, which won the ‘E-Mobility Project of the Year’ awar…