Take part in a campaign!
The Oxford Sustainability Department has just proposed a much more ambitious target for the University of net zero carbon and net biodiversity gain by 2035 (to replace the current target of 50% reduction). Student support is crucial for the strategy to pass through the University. There are lots of things students can do to show their investment in the development of this new strategy. Find out more here.
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Oxford Climate Justice Society are a group of students, academics and alumni who are dedicated to campaigning for the University of Oxford and its many colleges to divest their endowments from fossil fuels. Visit their website to find out more about how to get your college to divest from fossil fuels.
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Oxford Sustainability Society was set up to encourage sustainable lifestyle and actions at all levels of life in and around Oxford. They campaign to reduce food waste in colleges, for sustainable college balls and organize sustainable clothing swaps.
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Oxford Waste Society began in response to the global pollution crisis. They hold talks and discussions aiming to find solutions to global waste issues from fast fashion to food waste. They have expanded into a community of waste warriors passionate about finding solutions to everything from fast fashion waste to food waste.
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Consult on Sustainability Issues
Six Degrees is a student consultancy that brings together the scholars from Russell Group universities to generate and advocate new pathways to sustainability. For more information please look at their website here.
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The Oxford Development consultancy is another student powered consultancy that focuses on developmental issues including climate action and sustainability. For more information look here.
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Join a Society With Like Minded People!
The Oxford Climate Society!
We are an award-winning society committed to providing information about the climate emergency, and for pushing for climate action within the University. You can attend our weekly talks, sign up for our educational programme, or attend one of our workshops for students and staff with information about how to make colleges and departments more sustainable. |
Nature Conservation Society are a student-run society offering talks, screenings and outdoor events on a wide range of current and contentious conservation issues. They aim to provide a space for environmentally concerned people to learn about current issues in conservation, and a forum for discussion about future conservation solutions. They also aim to engage in practical conservation work where possible, as well as providing members with information about volunteer and job opportunities in the conservation sector.
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The Oxford Vegan and Vegetarian Society is a social hub for the plant-based student community, putting on socials, meet-ups, giveaways, and film screenings. They are passionate and excited about spreading the word about veganism and animal welfare across the University.
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