Western Sydney University 2016 SR
The report outlines Western Sydney University's commitment to embedding sustainability within its culture, building on its inaugural 2015 report. Key highlights include a 90% reduction in waste to landfill per person and an 84% recycling rate compared to a 2010 baseline. The university emphasizes Education for Sustainability (EFS) through initiatives like the Sustainability Scholars Network and the Solar Car Challenge. Research efforts are focused on four multidisciplinary themes: Education, Environment, Health, and Urban Living and Society. Additionally, the university became a signatory to the Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) in 2017, aligning its operations and curriculum with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Company: Western Sydney University
Year: 2016
Type: SR
Pages: 12
Western Sydney University
Thoughtfully Acting Differently
The report outlines Western Sydney University's commitment to embedding sustainability within its culture, building on its inaugural 2015 report. Key highlights include a 90% reduction in waste to landfill per person and an 84% recycling rate compared to a 2010 baseline. The university emphasizes Education for Sustainability (EFS) through initiatives like the Sustainability Scholars Network and the Solar Car Challenge. Research efforts are focused on four multidisciplinary themes: Education, Environment, Health, and Urban Living and Society. Additionally, the university became a signatory to the Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN) in 2017, aligning its operations and curriculum with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
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Document Details
Report Year
2016
Reporting Period
Jan 1, 2016 - Dec 31, 2016
Fiscal Year
2016
Type
Sustainability Report
Language
English
Pages
File Size
Standards & Assurance
Materiality Assessment
ESG Data?Experimental — AI-extracted data, may contain inaccuracies
Total Waste