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27 May 2025

Shape the greenprint of ANU

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 communi

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23 May 2025

How have we progressed on environmental sustainability at ANU?

The 2024 ANU Environmental Sustainability Report has now been released, capturing a year of meaningful progress and collaboration across campus operations, research, teaching and engagement. 

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13 May 2025

Composting in action: Community-led initiatives at ANU

As we continue to celebrate International Composting Awareness Week, we are highlighting the valuable contributions of staff and students who are helping reduce food waste and foster a culture of composting across campus.

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06 May 2025

Celebrating composting at ANU: From green waste to greener grounds

This International Composting Awareness Week (4-10 May) we're celebrating the powerful sustainable process that has been enriching our campus for 20 years.

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25 Mar 2025

Plugged in: Five more EV fast chargers available on campus

Electric vehicle (EV) charging at ANU has expanded, providing greater access to sustainable transport options for staff, students and the wider Canberra community.

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12 Feb 2025

ANU trials new waste program on campus

ANU Green has installed a new resource recovery and waste pilot program in the Marie Reay Teaching Centre with five distinct bins to divert more recycling material from landfill.

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28 Jan 2025

ANU secures 100 per cent renewable electricity across all campuses

As of 1 January 2025, ANU secured 100 per cent renewable electricity for all its campuses, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to climate action.

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03 Dec 2024

ANU program recognised for a climate action award

At the Future of Sustainability conference, ANU was recognised for its exceptional environmental initiatives in the Australasian Green Gown Awards.

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16 Oct 2024

New, secure and sustainable tech disposal program for ANU

Recently, ANU Chief Information Officer, Paul Hargreaves, shared that ANU has engaged with WV Technologies to offer secure IT disposal and e-waste recycling.

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29 Oct 2024

Celebrate sustainably with carbon smart events

Are you starting to think about end-of-year celebrations?

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15 Oct 2024

Studying sustainability in 2025

Thinking about what classes you can take next semester? Looking for topics for research projects? Why not consider a project in environmental sustainability? 

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16 Sep 2024

What’s your daily route(ine)?

Buckle up or slap on your helmet and share your daily commuting journey with the ANU Green team. 

ANU Green has launched a survey focused on commuting and remote w

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10 Sep 2024

How are we tracking? Our progress towards carbon smart travel

Almost a year ago, ANU set an ambitious goal to reduce travel emissions, marking a significant step in our action to addr

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13 Aug 2024

Get environmentally savvy with LinkedIn Learning

Want to bring sustainability into your everyday life and work?

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06 Aug 2024

ANU recognised as finalists in Sustainability Awards

ANU has been recognised as finalists for our work in climate action and sustainability in the 2024 Green Gown Awards Australasia hosted by Australasian Campuses Towards Sustainability (ACTS).

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21 May 2024

Environmental Sustainability Report 2023 now available

The inaugural ANU Environmental Sustainability Report (2023) is now available on our website