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Approach to reporting

This report communicates progress in implementing the Social and Civic Responsibility Plan.

Strategy 2030 Social Responsibility and Sustainability page

A list of strategic metrics for sustainability, social and civic responsibility issues, is included within this annual report. 

The University’s Sustainability, Civic & Social Responsibility Committee provides a focal point for strategic advice to the Principal, Court and University Executive on all matters related to Social, Civic Responsibility and Sustainability. It oversees delivery of the Social and Civic Responsibility Plan and key developments in this area as agreed with University Executive and monitors, reviews and evaluates the plan and progress.  

The committee provides a forum for generation of ideas and innovation in responding to relevant drivers and supports the integration of sustainability, social and civic responsibility across the whole University. 

Professor Sandy Tudhope, University Lead on Climate Responsibility and Sustainability, is the Convenor of the SRS Committee. Professor Lesley McAra Assistant Principal Community Relations is the Vice Convenor. Students are represented on this committee by the Edinburgh University Students’ Association through the Vice President Community. 

The governance structure around sustainability, social and civic responsibility also includes other working groups covering the following areas. 

  • Climate and Sustainability in the Curriculum 

  • Community Board  

  • Good Food 

  • Modern Slavery 

  • Sustainable Strategy Advisory Group Sustainable Laboratories 

  • Utilities. 

The University has an active partnership working group with the Edinburgh University Students’ Association. 

Committees

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