2023 news

The University was a finalist in two categories – Nature Positive and Next Generation Learning & Skills – and was highly commended in the Digital Futures category.

The QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2024 has ranked the University of Edinburgh 3rd in the UK, 6th in Europe and 15th globally out of a total 1,397 institutions.

A North Aryshire community enterprise has defied the odds, securing over £5 million in investment to pave the way for the first 100% community-owned, subsidy-free onshore wind turbine in Scotland. The University of Edinburgh has supported the project via the Scottish Growth Fund.

Help make the University’s Climate Strategy better by responding to our consultation.

The Growth Impact Fund, developed by Big Issue Invest and UnLtd and supported by the University of Edinburgh has announced its third round of investments helping social businesses grow their impact, as it reaches the milestone of £1 million invested.

This year’s Climate Week highlights the areas where we can take action for the biggest climate reduction impact. Many of our staff and students are already taking climate positive actions that reduce our carbon emissions and bring about other health and environmental benefits.

With commitments to becoming a zero carbon University by 2040, we’re ranked 1st in Europe for sustainability by the QS World Rankings.  Find out how you can get involved with environmental and social impact during Welcome Week!

The University of Edinburgh has achieved a significant milestone in its commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility this year, after being shortlisted for four prestigious Green Gown Awards.

One of the simplest ways to reduce air pollution is to minimise car travel. We asked staff at the University of Edinburgh who are already enjoying the rewards of car-free travel what they find most rewarding about their commute.

The University of Edinburgh has been ranked among the world’s top universities by The Times Higher Education Impact Rankings for its contribution to the UN SDGs, achieving 5th place globally for Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure.

Staff, students and alumni are invited to a series of events exploring the University’s plans to create woodlands and restore peatland in order to offset our carbon emissions.

In April 2023, Neuropool, a neuro-divergent talent platform, received a £300,000 investment from the Growth Impact Fund, a social impact investment fund supported by the University of Edinburgh and developed by Big Issue Invest and UnLtd.

We're delighted to recognise inspirational staff and student Changemakers that have made a positive impact through their socially responsible and sustainable projects and by encouraging others.

Supporting staff, students and visitors to make informed choices on their food.

The University is committed to promoting fair trade wherever possible, and works actively to combat human rights abuses in supply chains.