Sustainability @ Trinity by Professor Paula Murphy Trinity ranked 14th best university globally in the Times Higher Education Impact rankings for delivery of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN-SDGs) in 2020, rising from 28th in the previous, inaugural year of the rankings category. This phenomenal achievement is thanks to the work of many colleagues, researchers and students who contribute so impactfully across many of the goals. This article outlines what Trinity is doing to improve its practices while it continues to develop new ideas, inspire and empower action toward a more sustainable world. There is a long history of environmental awareness and sustainability action in Trinity. In 1993 the late Professor Simon Perry set up the Recycling Committee, forerunner of the Green Campus Committee, where many alumni over the years have contributing their energy and ideas. Through the work of the Green Campus Committee, Trinity was the first university in a European capital city to achieve green flag status in 2013. In 2019, green flag status was renewed for a third consecutive three-year period. Former and current students have been a driving force for change, from the divestment from fossil fuels completed in 2016 to a 2018 petition which led to a plan for reducing disposable plastics. The university’s previous Strategic Plan (2014-2019) brought focus to an institutional approach; a timely move considering the global climate crisis. Important actions since 2016 have propelled us forward and integrated sustainability efforts across campus. The Provost established the Provost’s Advisory Committee on Sustainability and Low Carbon Living, co-chaired by the Provost and Registrar, with student and staff representation. Overlapping membership with the Green Campus Committee provides integration and a joined-up approach. As Registrar and Sustainability Champion for the university during this time (2016-2020) I am particularly proud of the work achieved on sustainability; the establishment of the Provost’s Advisory Committee as well as the setting of and reporting on sustainability targets in the annual report to Board are key elements of the strategy. The Provost’s Advisory Committee has provided a means of co-ordinating and further enabling the enormous work of so many students and staff across campus. Some gains and improvements are easier to make than others and continued effort is necessary, requiring input from all areas of college, but I am inspired and heartened by the level of commitment and positivity shown by so many, and the willingness to work together for this common goal. Each year, a sustainability report is prepared through the Provost’s Advisory Committee which sets targets and objectives in nine key areas: Click on the icons to read more information Energy and climate Sustainable transport Green procurement Waste and recycling Resource use and food Education and research Water and wastewater Trees and biodiversity Communications & student involvement