Being Sustainable helps you to:

• Understand how environmental, social, and economic systems are connected
• Question assumptions and think critically to support sustainable choices
• Learn about sustainable development and climate issues
• Develop creative solutions to local and global sustainability challenges
• Use your influence to make positive change

These skills are useful for your Future Me Plan, your time at University, and life after University. Being sustainable is not just about caring for the environment, it is about thinking carefully about the impact of your actions, making responsible choices, and helping create a better future for everyone.

Work through the activities in this pack to explore what it means to be a sustainable graduate, reflect on your own choices, and discover ways to make a positive impact in your studies, your community, and beyond.

Author: Matthew Carney

The Experiential Learning Tutor (ELT) for Science and Engineering, leading sustainability initiatives within the Rise programme and supporting project-based learning opportunities for students.

Specialising in education for sustainable development with a background in earth and climate science. Passionate about helping people understand how humans can interact with the planet in a sustainable and fair way.