Get involved

We actively encourage our students, staff and members of our wider community to be part of the wider conversation about sustainability at Edinburgh Napier. We all have a part to play in reducing the environmental impact of our University community and encourage you to get involved in events and our student and staff networks and societies.

There are plenty of ways you can get involved in helping Edinburgh Napier achieve its sustainability commitments. Students are encouraged to contact Edinburgh Napier Students' Association (ENSA) regarding the Edinburgh Napier Sustainable Society and Conservation Volunteers. 

If you are an Edinburgh Napier colleague who is passionate about the environment, why not join our Environmental Sustainability Staff Network? Email environment@napier.ac.uk to register your interest.

If you have any questions about the work we're doing or would like more information, please get in touch and we'll do our best to help.

Every Action Counts Campaign

Together we can make a meaningful contribution to a greener future. Find out how you can take small steps to make a big difference.

Edinburgh Napier at COP26

During COP26, our university community came together to discuss opportunities and take action through a series of activities and events aimed at opening up the conversation around climate change.

Environmental sustainability events

Our Every Action Counts campaign is a continuing initiative that encourages our University community to make small, everyday changes that collectively reduce our environmental impact. Originally developed during the 2023/24 academic year, the campaign continues to grow, building on past successes and engaging more staff and students each year.

As part of this ongoing effort, we also raise awareness about opportunities to reduce energy use across our campuses and student accommodation.

Each academic year, our campaign is supported by a range of events and initiatives. These often include participation in Scotland’s Climate Week in the autumn and our own Sustainability Week in the spring, alongside other awareness campaigns and collaborative activities designed to inspire sustainable action

You can keep up to date with what’s coming up by following us on X (Twitter) or Facebook, or if you’ve got ideas and would like to get involved yourself, please contact us.

Scotland’s Climate Week (September/October)

We usually mark the start of the academic year by participating in Scotland’s Climate Week. This is a key moment for us to relaunch our Every Action Counts campaign, encouraging small, meaningful changes that collectively make a big impact. We often invite charities and sustainability-focused organisations to campus to engage with students and staff on topics like energy conservation, transport, and waste reduction.

Sustainability Week (March)

Our biggest sustainability event of the year, usually taking place in March, is Sustainability Week. This typically features a range of engaging events spread across campuses - activities like bike-powered smoothie makers or Scalextric, tree and plant giveaways, and practical workshops. We also collaborate with external organisations to provide information, resources, and advice on sustainable living, active travel, and energy efficiency.

Awareness days and campaigns

We try to tie in with national and international awareness days, such as Earth Day, through themed promotions, social media campaigns, and occasional webinars. These provide opportunities to raise awareness and share practical tips on sustainable living with our university community.