Learn more about 2025 World Environment Day.

Led by the United Nations Environment Programme, World Environment Day has grown into the largest global platform for environmental outreach, celebrating environmental action and the power of governments, organisations, businesses and individuals to create a more sustainable world.

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2024 Sustainability Report

Our 2024 Sustainability Report: Powered by Community is now available online.

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Our research is tackling the plastic pollution

Are cheap plastics the new tobacco, and how can we tackle the global plastic waste crisis? Can plant-based glitter outshine its plastic alternative? Learn how University of Melbourne researchers are working to #BeatPlasticPollution on Pursuit.

We're reducing and recycling on campus

The University has a target to limit campus waste to landfill to 10kg per person by end of 2025. We're working to reduce consumption at and building systems to recycle and reuse materials we do need, creating a more Sustainable Campus.

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Finding scientific solutions to pollution

Watch the recent Science at Melbourne lecture 'Don't drink the water or breathe the air: pollution and solutions' and hear from experts in the chemistry and bioactivity of pollutants discuss the importance of developing safe and effective solutions.

Reimagining the force of fire through art

View the monumental, immersive media artwork 'Flashover', which harnesses the latest visual effects technology to reimagine the devastating force of the Black Summer bushfires, based on a volunteer firefighter’s real-life experiences.

Addressing healthcare's environmental impact

Did you know that healthcare is responsible for a significant portion of Australia's carbon emissions and waste? Learn about how the Healthcare Carbon Lab is aiming to revolutionise sustainability within the sector while upholding patient care standards.

Engineering solar panel waste into sustainable concrete

Read about efforts to recycle solar panel glass into sustainable concrete - an alternative to natural sand - and how it's has informed a field trial under way as part of Victoria’s North East Link project.

Wattle Fellowship Spotlight

Participate in the Wattle Fellowship Spotlight event series in the lead up to World Environment Day. This year's theme is 'Unconventional with Purpose.' Come along to network, hear ideas from the next generation and learn about fellow-led sustainability action projects designed to create a positive impact.

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We have one planet and it's our collective responsibility to preserve it by reducing our impact and transitioning to a nature positive future.

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