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We want to lead the way in sustainable practices and become the most sustainable students’ union in the UK.

Climate change affects us all. Our planet faces unsustainable rising temperatures and the destruction of natural habitats.

But there is hope: our growing community of student leaders who are at the forefront of climate action.

To meet our ambition to become the most sustainable students' union in the UK, we're embedding sustainability principles into every aspect of our activities and services, minimising our impact on the environment, and working with our community to educate and empower people to minimise our impact on the planet.

<strong>The Students' Union UCL Sustainability Council (SusCo)</strong>

The Students' Union UCL Sustainability Council (SusCo)

SusCo exists to foster collaboration and environmental action across our student community. It provides a democratic space where students can raise and discuss environmental matters in monthly meetings.

Sustainability Leadership

Sustainability Leadership

Join our growing community of student leaders and activists who are at the forefront of climate action

Sustainability in our venues

Sustainability in our venues

We want to lead the way in sustainability and have been been awarded Excellent Standard award, by Green Impact Students' Unions

Student Sustainability Forum

Student Sustainability Forum

Have your voice heard, connect with UCL's sustainability leaders, and make meaningful changes to the university

Hazaar, the marketplace app

Hazaar, the marketplace app

A digital platform that allows you to buy and sell your items from other students directly on campus

UCL students for sustainability

UCL students for sustainability

Find and join your UCL eco-tribe

News

Introducing Volcano Coffee Works
Behind the scenes we've been working hard to find a new coffee and tea supplier who shares our sustainability first ethos, which is why we're thrilled to introduce you to Volcano Coffee Works.
Carbon labelling in our cafés
My experience at the Sustainability Leadership Conference
Hello, I'm Shashwat, a Master's student in Clinical Neuroscience at UCL.
Students call for ambitious and meaningful sustainability plan for UCL
In the most recent Student Sustainability Forum, students had the opportunity to meet UCL's senior sustainability management and weigh in on key priorities of the new UCL Sustainability Plan.
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Upcoming events

Events & Activities
An introduction to water in the UK: sector reform and sustainability
13/03/2026 | 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for a deep dive into the world of water in the UK!In this session, participants will gain a greater understanding of water in the UK, diving into how businesses and households are responding to – and participating in – changes.We will focus on three key areas:
Events & Activities
An introduction to water in the UK: sector reform and sustainability
13/03/2026 | 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for a deep dive into the world of water in the UK!In this session, participants will gain a greater understanding of water in the UK, diving into how businesses and households are responding to – and participating in – changes.We will focus on three key areas:
Events & Activities
Grow your sustainability career with BSI
13/03/2026 | 13:00 - 14:00
Whether you’re exploring your career options, building your skills, or looking for ways to make a real difference in the sustainability space, this session is designed to help you unlock the power of standards as a strategic tool for career success and climate impact in 2026 and beyond!Why join?Build skills that set you apartDiscover how standards can give you a competitive edge, no matter your…
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Sustainability Ambassadors
Support the Union's action on sustainability
Volunteering opportunities
Sustainability-themed volunteering
Dissertations
Make your research count
UCL Climate Hub
Join a community for change
People & Planet
Campaign for social and environmental justice
Students Organising for Sustainability
Calls to action from SOS UK
Tech recycling at UCL

Tech recycling at UCL

Drop off your e-waste and support students in hardship

Walk & Cycle

Walk & Cycle

Resources to help you plan your walk or cycle to UCL

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

For better waste management on and off campus

Water fountain map

Water fountain map

Where to refill your reusable bottle at UCL

Microwave map

Microwave map

Reheat your lunch on campus

Sustainability Induction

Sustainability Induction

Start your sustainability learning experience at UCL

SOS Learning Academy

SOS Learning Academy

Progressing sustainability

Sustainability podcasts

Sustainability podcasts

Get your eco-inspiration

Sustainability Strategy and impact

Sustainability Strategy and impact

As the representative body of present and future UCL students, the Students’ Union is uniquely positioned to lead by example through embracing sustainability in all aspects of its work and service provision, educating its members about the dangers of climate change and the urgent need for action to protect the planet, and influencing UCL to accelerate its work to be a truly sustainable university.