Green societies and groups
If you're passionate about the environment and sustainability, consider joining a green society or group.
Joining a green society or group is a great way for you to get involved in sustainability initiatives, make a positive impact, and meet like-minded individuals. Take a look at our student-led societies and groups.
Student-led groups
University groups
Interested in participating in wider University sustainability initiatives and activities? Consider joining one of our university-run groups.
Biodiversity Living Labs group
Interested in biodiversity? Join our York Living Labs biodiversity committee and help make the campus both a testbed and beneficiary for biodiversity research.
Environment and Ethics Officers
Each college has their own Environment and Ethics rep who are responsible for running environmental projects in the college. If this sounds like something you'd be interested in, get in touch with your college.
EDGE group
Are you a PhD student or early career researcher working on climate, environmental or sustainability education? Join our Environmental Doctoral Group in Education to share ideas and work (email esay@york.ac.uk).
Sustainability at York Students' Union
York Students' Union (SU) offers a variety of ways which you can get involved in sustainability, including grants for sustainability projects, campaigning and volunteering opportunities, student-led group (as listed above) and more.
Join a community-led group in York
York offers a variety of community-led groups dedicated to advancing grassroots environmental efforts and promoting sustainability across the region. From gardening clubs to environmental forums, there are numerous opportunities to get involved and make a local impact while you study at York.