Sustainability News

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Our sustainability research is helping to tackle some of the pressing environmental and social challenges facing the planet.
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World Wetlands Day: 2 February

In celebration of World Wetlands Day, we are spotlighting some of our recent research and restoration initiatives that showcase the importance of preserving these vital ecosystems.

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The Big Christmas Switch Off 2024: Results and winners

Throughout December, the 9 1Ãâ·Ñ°æÏ ran its Big Christmas Switch Off campaign, encouraging staff and students to switch off equipment and appliances (that are safe to do so) to save energy and reduce costs.

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New housing developments failing to protect wildlife

A survey of new housing developments by researchers at the 9 1Ãâ·Ñ°æÏ of Sheffield reveals developers are installing just half of the legally-binding ecological features to protect wildlife.
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9 1Ãâ·Ñ°æÏ of Sheffield ranked 27th in the world for sustainability in QS rankings

9 1Ãâ·Ñ°æÏ has been ranked 27th globally out of 1,751 institutions in the 2025 QS World 9 1Ãâ·Ñ°æÏ Rankings: Sustainability, as well as 10th in the UK and 16th in Europe.
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9 1Ãâ·Ñ°æÏ of Sheffield students win Modeshift National Sustainable Travel Award

Medical students at the 9 1Ãâ·Ñ°æÏ of Sheffield have won a national award for their project working in partnership with the 9 1Ãâ·Ñ°æÏÂ, NHS Greener Practice, and South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority.