Sustainable development in higher education: HEFCE's contribution

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Sustainable development in higher education: HEFCE's contribution Steve Egan Acting Chief Executive

Purpose of presentation HEFCE – the story so far…… What are institutions doing? Opportunities and challenges What is HEFCE doing now and next?

HEFCE- the story so far….. Historically - project based approach DfES sustainable development action plan - 2003 EAUC conference 2004 Consultation – January 2005 Sustainable development in higher education (HEFCE 2005/28) – July 2005

Vision Our vision is that, within the next 10 years, the higher education sector in England will be recognised as a major contributor to society's efforts to achieve sustainability - through the skills and knowledge that its graduates learn and put into practice, and through its own strategies and operations.

What are HEIs doing? A great deal! Embed principles Educators Knowledge creation and transfer Strengthen links Business strategy and operations

Research Embed principles Business operations Curriculum Strengthen links Research Business operations Strategic planning Monitoring and annual reporting Energy and water management Carbon management Renewable energy Construction and refurbishment Waste management Sustainable purchasing Transport Environmental Management System Biodiversity/grounds management Audit Formal education Informal education Business links Staff development Widening participation and promoting equality and diversity Engaging with the community Policy Networks to build and share good practice SD committee and/or staff Awards

Opportunities? International position Stronger business case Large increases in energy prices Stronger regulatory environment Risk management Holistic approach Branding

University of Bradford – Ecoversity project “Not just learning about sustainability its also about living sustainably”

Harper Adams University College Sustainable Technologies Network Combined Heat and Power (CHP) from biomass. Integrated farm waste management system.

Challenges? Definition Trade offs Short term vs. long term Autonomous institutions

What’s happening now and next? Strategic plan Strategic review HEPS evaluation Implementing actions by end of 2007 HEFCE’s own operations DfES sustainable development action plan 2006 Building and disseminating good practice Website LGM fund projects

LGM fund projects HEEPI Practical guide to biodiversity on campus BITC Environment and Corporate Responsibility indices EcoCampus Guide on Ethics