Toggle search Toggle menu Home » UoG celebrates success at Green Gown Awards recognising excellence in sustainability Published: 19/11/2021 Press Office UoG celebrates success at Green Gown Awards recognising excellence in sustainability University of Gloucestershire has been recognised for its commitment to sustainability after gaining two Highly Commended Green Gown Awards 2021. The Green Gown Awards recognise sustainability excellence in further and higher education institutions across a range of categories and are increasingly competitive each year. The University achieved Highly Commended in the ‘Tomorrow’s Employees’ category for our Radical Sustainability programme, and Highly Commended in the ‘Reporting with Influence’ category for its Annual Sustainability Report 2019-20. The University was also shortlisted as a Finalist in the Student Engagement category of the awards for its Live Smart student experience programme co-created with students to make links between their immediate concerns and bigger picture issues the world faces for the future. As a pioneer and leader of sustainability in higher education and the region, the University last month announced its plans to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2030. Dr Alex Ryan, Director of Sustainability, said: “We are delighted by our success at this year’s Green Gown Awards, having won four awards in the past three years. “University of Gloucestershire has pioneered change for sustainability with its whole-institutional strategy. Adopted as a corporate priority over 10 years ago, sustainability is now one of our proudest successes and we’ve achieved significant positive impacts. “Our achievements at this year’s Green Gown Awards celebrate the success of our approach, which focuses on partnerships, research and learning to deliver positive impacts for our students and the region.” Radical Sustainability is the University’s approach to education-industry partnerships that accelerate sustainability learning through collaboration. The Reporting with Influence category aims to assess how sustainability is reported and how reports are used to impact and influence within the institution. Sustainability University University of Gloucestershire, The Park, Cheltenham, GL50 2RH. Telephone +44 (0)1242 714700 View larger map Business & partnerships Do business on campus Apprenticeships Recruit student talent Venue hire Growth Hub Procurement Outreach and widening participation Governance and structure Strategic Plan 2017-2022 Student Charter Information governance University Council Slavery and Human Trafficking Insurance Freedom of information Criminal Finances Act Statement Appeals and complaints About Gloucestershire Coronavirus statement Academic schools Our campuses Latest news Press office Sustainability Public lectures Graduation Alumni Pay online Clearing Blogs Accessibility Careers Disclaimer Document hub Privacy & cookies Contact us © 2021 Copyright University of Gloucestershire Company Registration Number 06023243. VAT Number GB 886 1439 87. back to top By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyse site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookie policy Accept All Cookies Reject All Cookies Settings