Our sustainability ambition is strengthened by the organisations we work alongside. Aligned with the Strategic Plan’s three spheres – our community, transformative learning and the workplace – our partners across the region, the UK and internationally recognise the role University College Birmingham plays in developing future talent, supporting the economic transition and contributing to a more resilient, low carbon society. Their perspectives reflect both the opportunities ahead and the importance of our role, as we put knowledge to work for a more sustainable future. OUR PLACE IN THE WORLD REGIONAL Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce Partners since 1989 “The transition to net zero is a major growth opportunity for Greater Birmingham, building on our industrial heritage, world-class automotive cluster, leading business services and emerging strengths in clean tech. University College Birmingham has been a longstanding partner of the Chamber, sharing invaluable expertise on sustainability and skills. Through initiatives like our Business Growth Studio, we are working together to equip local firms with the tools, insight and support they need to decarbonise and thrive. A key part of this will be providing invaluable resources, actionable insights, and hands-on workshops to help local firms of all sectors and sizes to decarbonise their operations and progress in the journey towards net zero.” Raj Kandola, Deputy Chief Executive Officer Find out more about our work with the Chamber: • Sustainable Business Series (partner and sponsor) • Business Growth Studio (partner) • West Midlands and Warwickshire Local Skills Improvement Plan (key contributor) WHAT DOES INDUSTRY SAY? REGIONAL Sustainability West Midlands Members of SWM since 2022 “Recent research shows that growth in the Midlands’ strongest low-carbon subsectors is up to three times the UK average, with the sector expected to generate more than 700,000 jobs by 2050. At SWM, we bring together over 200 members to support this transition through collaboration and evidence-led action. We are proud to see our valued member, University College Birmingham contributing to the region’s progress through the publication of its sustainability strategy.” Beck Collins, Senior Sustainability Adviser Find out more about SWM’s regional insights: • About SWM and Kmatrix’s research into the Midlands’ low carbon and environmental goods sector, on behalf of Midlands Net Zero Hub • Regional sustainability progress through the West Midlands Sustainability Roadmap to 2030 • The work of local authorities to benchmark and improve climate action in Midlands Climate Action Benchmark, funded by Midlands Net Zero Hub. EDUCATION IS BOTH A CONTRIBUTOR TO THE CLIMATE, NATURE AND INEQUALITY CRISES, AND A VITAL PART OF THE SOLUTION. UNIVERSITIES ARE MAJOR EMPLOYERS, LANDOWNERS AND PURCHASERS, AS WELL AS DRIVERS OF LEARNING, INNOVATION AND SOCIAL CHANGE. Charlotte Bonner – Chief Executive, Environmental Association for Universities and Colleges UNIVERSITY COLLEGE BIRMINGHAM SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGY 2025–2030 05 UNIVERSITY COLLEGE BIRMINGHAM SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGY 2025–2030 04
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