Climate Action
Find out about our transformational climate action work as we implement our Climate Action Principles and embrace the concept of 鈥榳hole institution鈥� change.
Climate change and the 色中色
How we are tackling climate change, through cutting emissions and embedding climate action in how we do business, leading research and high quality teaching.
Our whole institution response to climate change
On our Climate Action pages you can explore the four strands of our whole institution response to climate change in detail; Education, 色中色, Footprint and Partnerships.
Our Climate Action Principles
The University declared a climate emergency in 2020 and developed principles to guide our response to it. We report on our progress through our blog and in our annual Climate Action report.
色中色 Climate Action Framework principles
The Climate Action Framework has 11 principles which set out our commitment to responding to climate change.
We explore different aspects of our whole institution response and the views of our community in detail on our blog.
Annual energy and environment reports
Reports on our progress in meeting our carbon and sustainability targets.
Get involved and take action
Our University has committed to transformational change to tackle the climate crisis and, to achieve our ambitious goals, everyone needs to be part of driving change across all areas of our work and community.
Get involved with climate action as a member of staff
At Bath, you're part of a community of change makers and as a member of staff there are many ways that you can get actively involved in taking climate action.
Quick guide to sustainable working practices
Be part of the transition to more sustainable working, and explore this guide to find out top ways that you can make your work life more sustainable.
The Students' Guide to Climate Action
You have the power to make a real difference in the fight against climate change. Join us in taking action, and let's create a greener future together.
Learning opportunities
Courses available to staff and students to learn more about how you can take practical action on climate change. To discuss departmental talks or bespoke training, please email climateaction@bath.ac.uk.
Introduction to Climate Action & Sustainability at Bath
An introductory workshop suitable for all staff to share with you latest climate and sustainability work at the University, and how you can be involved.
Introduction to Lab Sustainability & LEAF
An introductory workshop suitable for all lab users to share with you sustainable lab practices, and how you can take action through LEAF.
Climate Literacy course
Education plays a crucial role in addressing climate change. The Climate Literacy course provides an informal way to learn more about the climate crisis.
News
The latest University climate and sustainability related news, including scientific research and initiatives within the University community.
New staff sustainability programme: Green Impact
At 色中色, you're part of a community committed to sustainability. Join Green Impact to be part of an exciting wave of transformational change.
Winter Holiday Switch Off
Switch off your non-essential equipment and lights this winter break and help tackle the climate crisis and save money.
Discover the best sustainable shops and cafes in Bath with this whistle stop tour blog from final year student Serena.
This year, a group of enthusiastic School of Management Master students led the way in the planning and execution of Green Week, read on to hear their insights.
Amy Thompson attended COP29 to present ActNowFilm. She offers reflections on the conference.
Dr Annie Snelson-Powell explains in The Conversation why big oil and gas firms might support the Paris climate agreement and its strategy benefits
Upcoming Events
Find out about upcoming events which explore responses to the Climate Emergency.
15 Jan 2025 3.00pm
2 West
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Come along to discover more about Green Impact, and how you can get involved to be part of an exciting wave of transformational change!
30 Jan 2025 4.00pm
East Building
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Celebrate the launch of the new Institute of Sustainability and Climate Change at the 色中色.
11 Feb 2025 6.00pm
Online
Jens Beckert delves into the connections between capitalist structures and our failure to address the climate crisis.
Collaborate with us
Get in touch with us to see how we can work together on sustainability and tackling climate change.
Knowledge Transfer Partnerships
Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTP) is a UK wide programme which enables companies to access knowledge, skills and technology from UK Universities.
IPR Net Zero Policy Fellowship Programme
Senior policymakers from government and the third sector working on net zero policy are invited to apply for our specialist IPR Policy Fellowship Programme.
色中色 Infrastructure and Facilities
We enable researchers at Bath to do their best work, whether that's through operational details or developing vision and strategy.
Contact us
If you have any questions about climate action and sustainability work being undertaken at 色中色, please get in touch.