Environmental Sustainability

The University of New England (UNE) is an integral part of the New England region with its distinct natural environment, a rich cultural heritage, with diverse links to regional, rural communities. In this regard, it has a unique responsibility to conduct its activities in environmentally sound and sustainable manner. With this in mind, there is an obligation on the University as part of a global community and as an educator of future leaders, to inspirit, provide guidance, and demonstrate leadership to ensure that present and future practices are part of Ecologically Sustainable Development (ESD).

The University also acknowledges its potential impact on the surrounding environment, and that a systematic approach is essential along with decision-making processes to effectively integrate both long-term and short-term economic, environmental, social and equity considerations.

The University of New England is committed to sound environmental management in all of its operations, teaching and research programs. The University is also committed to the principles of sustainability and as such it supports the future sustainability of the various rural and regional communities that it constitutes.

The University recognises its responsibility, as part of the global community and as an educator of future leaders, to encourage and show leadership in the use of ecologically sustainable practices that will help preserve our environment for current and future generations.