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Warwick and the Environment

The University of Warwick is justifiably proud of its environmental credentials. This is a great place to live, work, research and study. On these pages, you will find further information relating to the University's current environmental initiatives, its history of environmental improvement and some aspirations for the future.

"An overriding ambition to make the Warwick campus ... distinguished by environmental quality"

University Strategy - Vision 2015

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Walk to Work Week 2012

Thousands of people across the UK will be taking part in Walk to Work Week between 14th - 18th May. An online tool will enable you to keep track of your walking efforts and see all the calories you burn and the carbon dioxide you save. So, why not try something different and get involved in Walk to Work Week?

Wed 09 May 2012, 15:19 | Tags: student, transport, sustainability, headline

Why Not Play Your Part in Bluebell Survey?

To celebrate the imminent blooming of bluebells in Tocil Wood, why not take part in the UK Bluebell Survey, coordinated by the Natural History Museum. The bluebell has been voted Britain's favourite flower and this survey is seeking to establish the effect of climate change on flowering patterns. Whether you're actually living in Bluebell Views or just enjoy the spectacular blooms across the campus and elsewhere, take a look at the Natural History Museum webpages and take part in the survey.

Wed 04 April 2012, 09:28 | Tags: student, biodiversity, headline

Earth Hour 2012

Earth Hour 2012 takes place on Saturday 31st March at 8.30pm. Organised by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), Earth Hour entices hundreds of millions of people, businesses and governments around the world to unite each year to switch off lights and reduce other energy uses. You can get involved by visiting Earth Hour 2012 and signing up to play your part in the event. [More...]

Mon 26 March 2012, 16:00 | Tags: energy/utilities, sustainability, headline

Go Green Week is Here

The annual Go Green Week takes place during Week 7 (w/c 20th February 2012). An action packed week will see lively debate, film screenings, high profile presentations and plenty of opportunities to get involved in practical environmental improvements, from conservation work to green transport and artwork creation activities. Click here to see a full programme of events. Further information is available at WarwickGoGreen and Warwick Climate Forum.

Tue 07 February 2012, 15:47 | Tags: policy, student, sustainability, headline

DEFRA publishes top 100 climate change risks to UK

The government has recently published its Climate Change Risk Assessment (CCRA), identifying the top 100 climate change challenges to the UK and the economy. The CCRA looks at the impact of climate change in a series of areas, including the built environment. It is intended to provide a reliable baseline for decisions by government, local authorities and businesses to help them limit the risks and develop resilience. [More...]

Fri 27 January 2012, 12:23 | Tags: policy, energy/utilities, research, headline

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