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Low carbon futures: assessing the status of decarbonisation efforts at universities within a 2050 perspective
- Hamburg University of Applied Sciences
- Nottingham Trent University
- Open University of the Netherlands
- Universidade Federal da Paraíba
- Universidade Fernando Pessoa
- University of Coimbra
Background: The implementation of sustainability at universities means that they can also play a key role in the transition to a low carbon economy, and in assisting global efforts towards …
- Posted June 15, 2023
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Handling climate change education at universities: an overview
- Hiroshima University
- Indian Institute of Management
- KTH Royal Institute of Technology
- Kwara State University
- Manchester Metropolitan University
- Nottingham Trent University
- Romanian Academy
- State University of Campinas
- Universidad Católica del Norte
- Universidade Federal Fluminense
- Universidade Fernando Pessoa
- University of Belgrade
- University of Colombo
- University of Education, Winneba
- University of Fort Hare
- University of Latvia
- University of Malta
- University of Passo Fundo
- University of the Sunshine Coast
- UNSW Sydney
This paper reports on a study which aimed at identifying the extent to which matters related to climate change are addressed within the teaching and research practices at universities, with …
- Posted May 11, 2022
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Sustainable Product Design Education: Current Practice
- 3Drivers
- Nottingham Trent University
- Technical University of Denmark
- Technische Universiteit Delft
- University of Sheffield
- UNSW Sydney
Current production and consumption patterns are unsustainable, causing irreversible damage to the environment and human health and well-being. Designers play a vital role in resolving this problem—their decisions affect product …
- Posted May 11, 2022
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Institutionalizing the intangible through research and engagement: Indigenous knowledge and higher education for sustainable development in Zambia
- Nottingham Trent University
- Rowan University (NJ)
- University of Zambia
Universities have an integral role in the development of communities. This is underpinned by the notion that universities possess a social responsibility to be agents of change in relation to …
- Posted May 11, 2022
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(Un)Subjugating Indigenous Knowledge for Sustainable Development
- Nottingham Trent University
- Rowan University (NJ)
The relationship between development and higher education has evolved to become co-generative. The most recent incarnation of development goals, the sustainable development goals (SDG) call for a more intentional integration …
- Posted May 11, 2022
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Storytelling for Sustainability in Higher Education
- Liverpool John Moores University
- Nottingham Trent University
- University of Southampton
To be a storyteller is an incredible position from which to influence hearts and minds, and each one of us has the capacity to utilise storytelling for a sustainable future. …
- Posted April 25, 2022
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“Future-proof your Degree”: Embedding sustainability and employability at Nottingham Business School (NBS)
- Nottingham Trent University
Purpose The purpose of this paper is to present a case study of how a UK business school has explicitly linked sustainability to employability and embedded these into all levels …
- Posted May 11, 2020
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Reducing carbon emissions in business through Responsible Management Education: Influence at the micro-, meso- and macro-levels
- Keele University
- NetPositive Ltd.
- Northumbria University
- Nottingham Trent University
There has long been an understanding that to achieve meaningful progress against sustainability challenges, action is required at multiple levels. With regards to education initiatives, these levels range from macro-level …
- Posted May 4, 2020
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Climate change education for universities: A conceptual framework from an international study
- Brunel University London
- European School of Sustainability Science and Research
- Nottingham Trent University
- Universidad de la República Uruguay
- University of Malta
The role of universities in climate change education (CCE) is of great importance if the scientific, social, environmental and political challenges the world faces are to be met. Future leaders …
- Posted March 5, 2020
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Sustainable Development Goals and sustainability teaching at universities: Falling behind or getting ahead of the pack?
- Bournemouth University
- Hamburg University of Applied Sciences
- Manchester Metropolitan University
- Nottingham Trent University
- Universidade Aberta
- Universidade federal de Santa Maria
- University of Aveiro
- University of Beira Interior
- University of Malta
- University of Passo Fundo
The fact that the world community is engaged in pursuing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) means that an unrivalled opportunity is provided to universities, both in respect of teaching and …
- Posted July 19, 2019
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Integrating education for sustainable development into a higher education institution: beginning the journey
- Nottingham Trent University
Much of the current literature on integrating sustainability into HEIs is focussed on why HEIs should embrace sustainable development (SD) and what is still missing or hindering work and the …
- Posted May 7, 2019
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A University Wide Approach to Embedding the Sustainable Development Goals in the Curriculum—A Case Study from the Nottingham Trent University’s Green Academy
- Nottingham Trent University
Since 2015, governments, businesses and civil society, together with the United Nations have been encouraged to work towards seventeen Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as part of the 2030 Agenda for …
- Posted June 26, 2018
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The Role of Eco-campus Assessment Management System in the Sustainable Development of British Universities
- Nottingham Trent University
The university is a key driver of sustainable development. In the UK, environmental management systems (EMSs) are increasingly being used by organizations to improve environmental performance. Environmental management systems bring …
- Posted May 10, 2018
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Critical success factors for embedding carbon management in organizations: lessons from the UK higher education sector
- De Montfort University
- Nottingham Trent University
Organizations are under increasing pressure from governments and stakeholders to reduce carbon emissions from their business operations for climate change mitigation. Universities are not exempt from this challenge and are …
- Posted Feb. 15, 2018
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