Sustainability groups
To achieve our goals for sustainability, we need help from volunteers – people who want to make a positive environmental impact. This community is key to the culture of sustainable development.
There's a growing Sustainability Community of Interest, made up of staff and students across faculties and services. This informal network exists to share ideas, best practice, and resources to support our plans to embed sustainability into everything we do.
Events and volunteering
Keep a look out on SharePoint, via the Students' Union, and around campus for events and volunteering opportunities. We'll let you know how to find out more and how you can get involved.
Join the Active Travel Group
Do you walk, run, or cycle to campus? Join our Active Travel Group to:
- Provide feedback on facilities
- Participate in events
- Access offers and discounts
- Share best practice and ideas
- Encourage others to commute by sustainable modes of transport.
A Space 2 Grow
A Space 2 Grow is an inclusive and welcoming community garden at the Sir Tom Cowie Campus at St Peter’s. Students, staff, and local residents come together to connect, create, and cultivate.
This vibrant outdoor space offers the perfect opportunity to:
- Practice sustainable living through gardening
- Express creativity with painting and crafting
- Engage in mindfulness or prayer
- Participate in community events.
Whether you're looking to unwind, meet new people, or make a positive impact, there's something for everyone in the garden.
How to get involved
To join a group or volunteer, email sustainability@sunderland.ac.uk(opens in new tab).