Sustainability Sub-Committee

Purpose

To oversee the development and delivery of the sustainability strategy ensuring it is aligned with the overall University strategy.

1. To provide advice and direction to the University on the policies, guidance, action plans, and resources which are required to support the implementation of the sustainability strategy.
2. To provide assurance that the University’s policies and practices are compliant with net zero and biodiversity net gain legislation.
3. To report on the University’s progress on achieving scope 1, 2 and 3 reduction targets and on scope 4 developments.
4. To ensure non regulatory compliance obligations and commitments are monitored and progress reported.
5. To submit an annual report to Infrastructure and Sustainability Committee reviewing progress against sustainability strategy KPIs.
6. To monitor national and international legislative and policy developments related to sustainability and advise on their implications for the University.
7. To monitor and report on changes to sustainability league table rankings and make recommendations to the University for improving ranking positions.
8. To monitor the University’s Climate Risk Register annually and oversee development of a climate change adaptation plan.

Other duties

9. To report to Infrastructure and Sustainability Committee after each meeting.
10. To make recommendations to Infrastructure Committee and Health, Safety and Environment Committee as required.
11. To establish working groups as required.

Meetings

• 3 times per year