Sustainability

Creating sustainable change together

We want to lead the way towards a regenerative future for Macquarie University, where our environmental, social and economic areas thrive in harmony.

The University is committed to:

• the responsible consumption of energy, water, food, products and transport
• actively supporting sustainability in our local community and region
• building its reputation for being the place to learn, to work and to connect with the local and global community.

Achieving these objectives will be guided by the Macquarie University Sustainability Strategy 2024–2030. Underpinned by four core commitments – with Indigenous knowledge embedded within all four – the strategy is aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Core commitments

We want to lead the way towards a regenerative future for Macquarie University, where our environmental, social and economic areas thrive in harmony.

Our vision is categorised by four key pillars.

1. Net zero university: Transitioning to net zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across our campus and supply chain.
2. Stewards of place: Playing our role as a steward to support ecosystem restoration and connection to place and Country.
3. Education and research for impact: Conducting and sharing impactful education and research that supports the global sustainability agenda.
4. Students, staff and communities: Building the resilience of our students, staff and communities to respond to a changing world.