Loughborough University will be hosting a dedicated Sustainability Week (10-16 March) for staff and students where you can learn more about your role in helping to create a more sustainable future.

During this week, experts from our community and beyond will be hosting a variety of events designed to teach others about the sustainable practices in and around Loughborough, as well as the research taking place that offers promising solutions for the world.

Whether you enjoy getting out into nature, learning more about our planet or discovering the opportunities on offer at our very own campuses, there’s something for everyone and we’d love to see our staff and students take part.

Sustainability Week Events

Fruit Routes: Spring Song Walk

Friday 7 March | 2pm-4pm | Barefoot Orchard (next to the Paddock and opposite Pilkington Library)

Join artist Mita Solanky for a walk around Fruit Routes – our edible route of hundreds of fruit and nut trees and bushes on the Loughborough University campus. We'll be tuning into the sounds of spring, and practising deep listening to feel the vibrations around us as we walk through the budding Fruit Routes orchards.

Sustainability Training (What Should It Mean to Me)

Monday 10 March | 2pm-3.30pm | Online

As one of the three strategic themes of the University Strategy, it's vital that our staff understand the impact of climate change and the role you can play in supporting the University achieve its sustainability goals.

Canal & River Trust x Trash Free Trails River Clean Up

Tuesday 11 March | 1pm-4pm | Loughborough Canal

Join the Canal and River Trust, Trash Free Trails and Carbon Jacked in cleaning up the Loughborough river and canal trails.

The Criminalisation of Environmental Protest: Sir Jonathon Porritt

Tuesday 11 March | 6.30pm-8pm | James France, CC013

In his guest lecture, Sir Jonathon Porritt CBE will discuss the criminalisation of environmental protest, looking at instances of arrests, imprisonment and similar in cases such as Just Stop Oil in the UK and beyond.

Student Food Sustainability Hackathon

Wednesday 12 March | 2pm-6pm | Martin Hall

All students are invited to join this exciting and exclusive opportunity to collaborate with like-minded individuals from across the University to co-create ideas in answer to the question: How can students take collective action for food sustainability on campus?

Octopus Electric Vehicle: Launch Event

Thursday 13 March | 10am-3pm | Hazelrigg - Oak Lounge & Lawn

Come down and check out what the new Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice scheme has to offer. Octopus EV will be onsite to answer your questions about the new scheme. There will also be the opportunity to drive one of the vehicles on campus.

Climate Fresk Workshop

Thursday 13 March | 2pm-5pm | James France, D109

Unravel the science of climate change in this hands-on, science-based workshop. The Climate Fresk simplifies the complexities of climate change by using a collaborative game format to explore its causes, impacts, and interconnected challenges. Ideal for both beginners and those looking to deepen their understanding, this workshop empowers participants to see the bigger picture and take meaningful climate action in their personal and professional lives.

Mini Sustainability Fair

Friday 14 March | 11am-2pm | Edward Herbert Building, Atrium

Loughborough Sustainability team, Leicestershire County Council and Biffa will be hosting interactive stalls on carbon and waste reduction.