Student Sustainability Hub

Welcome to the Student Sustainability Hub! A space to discover sustainability-related opportunities that you can get involved with, from modules and courses to internships and volunteering. Our platform is available for all current students at the University of York to use.

The hub can help you to:

- Develop your sustainability skills, knowledge and experience.
- Think about a career in sustainability.
- Go beyond your degree programme with our sustainability elective modules.
- Find work experience or volunteering opportunities.
- Enjoy sustainability opportunities and events on campus.

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Sustainability at York

Welcome to your Student Sustainability Opportunities Hub!

Welcome back, all new and returning students! Browse the latest opportunities, events, and ways to include sustainability within and beyond your studies.

Have a question? Drop us an email via sustainability@york.ac.uk

Ways to get involved

Take part in a sustainability event

We host a wide range of sustainability-related events and activities throughout the year. Take a look at our events calendar to stay up date with the latest events happening on campus and beyond.

Join the College Sustainability Challenge

Our College Sustainability Challenge is a sustainability campaign which supports and encourages students to live sustainably, with a specific focus on saving energy and water as well as recycling and reducing waste.

Wellbeing and nature trails

Explore our green spaces to support your mental health and wellbeing. Access a range of nature trails and outdoor activities to get moving and enjoy our campuses.

Volunteering, internships & opportunities

Work experience, volunteering and internships are an important part of getting into any career. If you're looking to stand out and build sustainability-focused skills, check this webpage regularly for new opportunities.

Sustainability at York SU

Discover how York Students’ Union is driving sustainability and how you can get involved. From funding opportunities for sustainability projects and supporting green societies to specialist training and other initiatives, there are plenty of ways to make a difference through the Students’ Union.

Sustainability at York SU

Student Sustainability Guide

Sustainability Hub

Sustainability Impact Report 2025

Green societies and groups

Fund your sustainability project

Sustainability Training Module

Student Group Sustainability Conscious Badge

Studying and beyond

Modules, courses and programmes

Choose from a wide range of sustainability-related elective modules, including our award-winning Sustainability Clinic, along with courses and programmes.

Green careers advice

Sustainability and the environmental sector is broad and comprises of a wide range of employers and career opportunities, both outdoors and office-based.

Present your project or research

Present your project or research at the annual Student Sustainability Research Conference. Designed for undergraduates and postgraduates to showcase their work!

Informal learning & development

Carbon literacy Training

Join a Climate Fresk workshop

Green Impact volunteering

Find out about the latest opportunities

Work experience, volunteering and internships are an important part of getting into any career. If you're looking to stand out and build sustainability-focused skills, check this webpage regularly for new opportunities.

Latest opportunities

How to be more sustainable at University

Find out how you can be more sustainable while studying and living in York, including guidance about sustainable travel, reducing waste, eating and shopping sustainably and saving energy on campus.

Practical guidance

Student Sustainability Guide

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