Plans, Policies and Procedures

Durham University is committed to reducing its environmental impact, and improving the local environment, both for the people who live and work in the University, and for the wider community. This commitment is reflected in plans, policies and procedures which seek to make the most effective and efficient use of all resources, encouraging all members of the University community to develop an ecologically sound approach to their work and lifestyle.

Plans

For the full text of University Plans related to Environmental Sustainability see:

• Carbon Management Plan
• Environmental Sustainability Strategic Plan
• Energy Management Strategic Plan
• Green Travel Plans

Policies

For the full text of University Policies related to Environmental Sustainability see:

• Environmental Sustainability Policy
• Energy Management Policy
• Fairtrade Policy
• Biodiversity Policy
• Sustainable Procurement Policy
• Green IT
• Nightly shutdown of PCs policy
• Sustainable Food Policy

Procedures

We have put procedures in place to help our staff and students know what to do in relation to different waste streams. We have various systems in place to ensure that as much of our waste as possible is reused or recycled. Please see the procedures below for information.

• Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
• Abandoned bicycles
• Batteries
• Printer cartridges
• Secure shredding
• Furniture reuse
• Surplus furniture and stationery