Sustainability
Great events shouldn’t cost the earth.
We care about the environment – and know our customers do too.
That’s why we provide the following sustainable services as standard when you book a conference or event at University of Birmingham:
We vet all suppliers for their sustainable practices
Our tech and infrastructure make it easy for delegates to travel responsibly
We manage waste, energy and water carefully
Our menus are made with British meat, free-range eggs, Red Tractor Milk and MSC-certified seafood
Every dish on our Green Conference Catering Package is carbon A-rated.
Relax between events in 26 acres of green space and discover our cultural attractions
Green Meetings Award
We hold a Green Meetings Gold award from Green Tourism recognising our commitment to sustainability. When you come to one of our events you can rest assured that every effort is made to reduce your carbon footprint.
Green Conference Catering Package
Our greenest menu yet, for conferences, meetings and events.
How to be a greener delegate
If you’re visiting any of our venues for an event or conference, here’s how you can be sustainable as possible.
Our research
Discover how our researchers are searching for answers to better understand the impact of climate change and develop solutions for a sustainable future.
Our commitment
As a civic university, we aim to support the growth and development of Birmingham and the wider West Midlands. We’re determined that our local communities share the benefits of our international reputation, global connections and world-class facilities. We see the contribution we can make economically, socially and culturally to our locality as core to our purpose.
From helping local business adapt to technological change to enhancing the health of local people, from improving education opportunities and outcomes to training and developing new community leaders, we are investing in meaningful initiatives that meet the needs of the local area.
We do this in many ways, including through Birmingham In Action, a campaign that brings all our charitable projects together to tackle five key challenges for the future.
Find out more about the University’s impact on the region and wider world