Worcester Students’ Union recognises the importance of sustainability in fostering a healthier and more equitable future for our planet and its inhabitants.
As an organisation representing the student body, we are committed to minimising our environmental footprint, promoting sustainable practices, and fostering a culture of environmental stewardship among our members. Our sustainability policy is supported by detailed guidance documents that align specific activities with these goals.
Sustainability policy
Guidance documents
Air Travel
Responsible Freebies
Ethical Procurement
Digital Carbon Footprint
Hosting Sustainable Meetings
Hosting Sustainable Events
Sustainability Committee
Worcester Students' Union has a Sustainability Committee, a dedicated group that sets goals, tracks progress, addresses key issues, and considers student feedback. The committee also works with stakeholders to engage members and advance our sustainability efforts.
Committee documents
Terms of Reference
Long- and short-term objectives
Committee meeting 1 (24-25) Minutes
Committee meeting 2 (24-25) Minutes
Committee meeting 3 (24-25) Minutes
Committee meeting 4 (24-25) Minutes
Sustainability Impact Report (24-25)
Student Voice and Sustainability
At Worcester Students' Union, we put student voice at the heart of our decision-making, offering plenty of ways for students to share their ideas, feedback, and shape what we do.
🌳 Students elect sabbatical officers who lead on sustainability initiatives.
🌳 We host an Ideas Forum where students can submit suggestions.
🌳 A dedicated sustainability email allows students to contact the Sustainability Advisor with feedback or questions. SUsustainability@worc.ac.uk
🌳 Each year, students can respond to the SOS Skills Survey to share their sustainability experiences.
🌳 Student groups help review and provide feedback on sustainability documents.
🌳 All student groups have dedicated sustainability sessions to share views and suggestions.
🌳 Our annual Pulse Survey includes a question focused on sustainability.
🌳 All members are invited to our yearly All Student Meeting.
🌳 We maintain a feedback and intelligence log to capture student input.
Explore our sustainability webpages to learn more about our events, campaigns, and the many ways you can get involved.
Let’s grow together 🌱
Disclaimer
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