Universities, sustainability and the climate emergency 2024

Universities play a key role in developing green skills, climate literacy, and supporting research and efforts to combat the climate crisis and aim for Net Zero. Join us online on Thursday 18 January as we bring together leading experts and examples, delving into key actions, advice and evidence on how universities can drive urgent climate action. You will also be able to access the recordings of all sessions after the event, including any sessions which you were unable to attend live.

Why should you attend?

This online one-day conference will provide informative, timely content from the most pertinent speakers on the topic, as well as a wide range of opportunities to network, discuss, and make connections with colleagues within the sector.

Don't just take our word for it - here are what some past attendees thought:

• "I very much appreciated that there were some students presenting at the UUK sustainability conference as the future belongs to the next generation. I also appreciated some inspiring programs that supported climate literacy and transition to green jobs within the local community."
• "This is a great conference to hear what's live and emerging on sustainability in HE, and make some useful contacts."
• "I started the day feeling a little disillusioned with the lack of interest in the climate emergency and sustainability I am experiencing. I ended the day feeling positive - there are people who genuinely care and are making a difference - we will gather momentum, I'm sure."

If you have any questions about this or any other of our events, please contact us at events@universitiesuk.ac.uk or 07500 441505.

We allow delegates to cancel their bookings up to one month before the event and receive a refund. If this applies to you, please contact us at the email or phone number above.

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This conference is essential for all staff working on sustainability and climate change within their institutions, or within student engagement roles. It will also be of interest to staff working on internationalisation and who are looking to make their processes and programmes more sustainable. However, anyone with an interest in the topic is welcome to attend. Potential relevant job titles include:

• Pro-Vice-Chancellors, International/Research
• Manager/Director/Officer for Sustainability
• Head of/Director/Officer for International
• Director/Head/Officer for Research
• Director/Head/Officer for Student Experience
• Director/Head/Officer for Estates
• Director/Head/Officer for Student Services
• Director/Head of Planning and Strategy 
• Study abroad teams

We have a range of sponsorship opportunities available at our events. Please contact Magda Graszka, Senior Events Manager, for more information:

magda.graszka@universitiesuk.ac.uk