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Digitally designed image for Get Active ANU Program picturing rolling hill landscape and greenery with two people running and two cyclists.

27 Aug 2026

Step, Pedal and Win: Join Get Active ANU this September

Get Active with ANU Green this September!   

travel planning

19 Dec 2023

Planning international travel that reduces your carbon footprint

The impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic have created lasting effects on travel behaviours worldwide. Yet, we can all do more to reduce emissions by committing to practical decision-making when planning our travel.

Group of students chatting on grass oval

31 Oct 2023

Sustainability at ANU - Consultation with ANU community

The official consultation period has closed, but we welcome your feedback anytime.

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03 Oct 2023

Climate action in practice: new emissions reduction goal for travel

Global temperatures over June-August this year have been the hottest on record by a wide margin (WMO). As Australia moves into what’s expected to be a particularly hot summer, we can reflect on how each of our decisions has the power to positively or negatively impact climate change.
CSIT Heat Pumps

28 Aug 2023

ANU kicks off the transition away from gas heating

This winter, for the first time four buildings on the Acton campus have been heated using electric heat pumps, keeping occupants warm without relying on fossil fuel powered energy.

Marie Reay window reflections

Five ways to reduce your energy consumption at home and in the office

In 2021, Australians consumed approximately 61,297 kWh of energy per person, grouping us in the top 8.2% of energy consumers in the world (Source).

Bicycle storage rack

Time to try an e-bike!

In 2023, we held two come and try e-bike events, with over 100 students, staff and visitors stopping by to try several bikes.

Events

Sustainability events at ANU

Multiple areas across the University including the Institute for Climate, Energy and Disaster Solutions, Crawford School of Public Policy, ANU Kitchen Garden, and the Fenner School, host sustainability events that share and celebrate their research, education, policy engagement and community. Visit their sites or ANU Events for more.

View ANU events

ACTS events

Australasian Campuses Towards Sustainability (ACTS) host an annual calendar of events - be they live webinars, shared learning opportunities, competitions or networking events​.

View ACTS events

ANU staff or student? Join the ANU Green Network.​

Stay up to date on sustainability at ANU.