Help shape how ANU takes action on climate change, nature and the circular economy.

What is this about?

The Environmental Sustainability Plan 2026–2030 will guide how sustainability is embedded in governance, operations and community life at ANU and how it’s integrated into research and teaching across the University.

It builds on earlier efforts, including the Environmental Management Plan 2022–2025 and ANU Below Zero.

We’re inviting students and staff to help shape the goals and activities that will guide the next five years, ensuring the Plan reflects our shared priorities and enables meaningful, practical action across all parts of the University.

How can I contribute?

There are two easy ways to get involved:

Join a Sustainabili-TEA session

Join us for a relaxed, lunchtime online session where we’ll walk through the draft Environmental Sustainability Plan and invite your thoughts:

• Thursday 10 July 12.30-1.30 pm
• Tuesday 5 August 12-1 pm

Register for a Sustainabili-TEA session

Participate online, any time

Prefer to engage online and in your own time? Watch a short explainer video and browse the summary slides, then share your ideas through a quick online form.

• It takes around 20 minutes to complete.
• A computer or tablet is recommended for a better experience.
• Consultation is open until Friday, 29 August.

View the content and complete the form

Have more to share?

You’re also welcome to email the team directly: anugreen@anu.edu.au 

What’s in the draft Plan?

The Plan is built around three strategic drivers:

• Climate action – reducing emissions and building resilience
• Circular economy – optimising resource use and reducing waste
• Nature – protecting and restoring biodiversity

These are supported by enabling pathways such as governance, operations, teaching, research and community engagement, connecting high-level goals to everyday action.

Want to see what’s already happening?

The 2024 ANU Environmental Sustainability Report is now online. Explore recent achievements and see how your input will shape what comes next.

View the 2024 Report