ESG Strategy
Environment Social Governance (ESG) Strategy 2025 - 2028
Creating a sustainable impact across the University of Sydney campus.
Environment Social Governance (ESG) Strategy 2025 - 2028
Creating a sustainable impact across the University of Sydney campus.
At the University of Sydney Union (USU), sustainability isn't just a buzzword - it's a vibe. Our ESG Strategy sets out an ambitious roadmap to make campus life greener, fairer and more future-focused.
From cutting down waste and carbon emissions to creating inclusive student and staff experiences, we're putting the planet, people and purpose at the heart of everything we do.
Want the key takeaways? Here's a quick breakdown:
Our Strategy 101
♻️ Environment
Recycling and waste management
Champion efficient and innovative waste solutions to minimise campus impact:
• Eliminate single-use plastics across all food and beverage outlets
• Work towards the NSW Government's FOGO (Food Organics and Garden Organics) mandates
• Develop a campus-wide waste reduction roadmap
• Partner with sponsors and industry to lead on waste initiatives
Sustainability and waste education
Empower students and staff with the knowledge to drive sustainable change:
• Run sustainability education programs and guidance initiatives
• Improve signage and communication across campus to support eco choices
💛 Social
Student Experience
Integrate sustainability into every part of student life
• Embed ESG into co-designed student programs, services and events
• Promote awareness of social and environmental impact
• Ensure wellbeing, safety and inclusion in all student activities
Employee Experience
Foster a workplace where staff thrive and grow:
• Embed ESG into employee policies and roles
• Build inclusive leadership through initiatives like the Diversity and Inclusion Action Plan
• Prioritise wellbeing, professional development and flexible, safe work practices
🌟 Governance
Ethical and sustainable procurement
Lead with integrity to build impactful collaborations:
• Prioritise local and ethical sourcing of goods and services
• Develop policies to eliminate modern slavery risks
• Use procurement to support local business and the economy
Collaboration with USYD and community
Build strong partnerships to drive collective impact:
• Align with USYD's ESG goals and sustainability strategy
• Leverage training and resources to boost ESG capability
• Partner with local communities to create lasting social and environmental change
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