Sustainability

Sustainability at London Met

At London Met, sustainability is at the heart of what we do. Recognised for our significant contributions to sustainability improvements, we are committed to creating a greener, fairer future for all. We've closely aligned our mission with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which are embedded into our values and operations, shaping how we teach, work, and engage with our community. See how we’re advancing the SDGs.

The University has an ambitious target to achieve carbon net zero by 2030, part of the Estates Strategy 2022–31. The Carbon and Enviromental Management Group (CEMG), chaired by our Vice-Chancellor, are guiding the University to reduce its environmental footprint and create a sustainable campus for generations to come.

We’re proud to champion urban biodiversity. We are home to a thriving colony of 40,000 bees and nesting peregrine falcons - explore their lives through our bee and falcon cams. Our School of Art, Architecture and Design supports local wildlife by planting trees annually at Mudchute City Farm, providing essential food and shelter for urban wildlife.

Get in touch

If you'd like to get involved or seek our support, please don't hesitate to contact us:

Email: sustainability@londonmet.ac.uk
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7133 3307

Sustainability events

Latest sustainability news

How to have a sustainable festive period

The sustainability department at London Met shares tips on how to reduce waste this holiday season

London Met hosts Wild Ways Research Day

Local residents took part in a research day to influence ‘rewilding’ in London’s gardens

Dirty London: How we can make the capital cleaner?

Two journalism students, David Pasia and Gabriela Yorgova, cover a panel discussion during the Journalism Newsweek Debate.

London Met are planting for the future

Staff and student project from the School of Art, Architecture and Design to plant 420 saplings as part of Woodland Trust scheme.

Recycling Myths, Busted

Jessica Bellehewe, Sustainability Manager at London Met, clears up some common misconceptions when it comes to our recycling habits.

London Met students to plant over 400 trees

Each tree planted by students from the School of Art, Architecture and Design could offset one tonne of carbon over its lifetime.

London Met alumnus exhibits innovative design at Green Grads

Callum Pincombe showcases his slice table at Green Grads, a platform for emerging designers who are working sustainably and tackling eco-issues. The exhibition takes place 24-25 Sept.

Planted Unearthed: London Met academic to explore urban rewilding on environmental design panel

Sian Moxon will join the expert panel as part of the first contemporary design event and media platform promoting exclusively environmentally focused businesses.

“London Running Wild” sustainable design expert featured in Time Out magazine

Siân Moxon’s rewilding project receives coverage in the esteemed magazine, Time Out London.

London Met lecturer’s project featured in Designer Magazine

Siân Moxon’s Rewild My Street campaign profiled in prestigious design magazine.

Animals placed over an image of a local park

Culture and Collaborations on Climate Emergency

London Met researcher, Siân Moxon is set to talk at an online climate event.

Case studies on sustainability in the food industry

A new book co-edited by London Met academic Dr Samuel Idowu has been published by Springer.

London Met supports UUK Climate Action campaign

The campaign highlights the vital role universities play in addressing climate concerns, helping students find climate-positive careers, and leading research on environmental change.

London Met academic chooses top books on sustainable design

Architect, academic and rewilding expert Sian Moxon is also the author of Sustainability in Interior Design, which highlights the need for designers to adapt the way they work.

Students collaborate with industry on sustainable construction project

Architecture students worked with Wikihouse, who aim to transform methods of building to produce healthy, high-performance, zero-carbon, zero-waste homes and neighbourhoods.