#SustainableUnion
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
It's not easy being green, but as one of our core principles, we encourage sustainability wherever possible.
As a Union, we're here to support students and lead the way to help keep it green with Eco Tips, supporting Green-Themed Student Groups or running green campaigns.
Have your say, and make a change...
Have your say: S-O-T City Council's new Transport Strategy and Delivery Plan
Make your accommodation more sustainable
Submit your ideas for sustainable change
Sign, share, support
Stay up to date with all the Green News...
Would you like to learn new skills, boost your wellbeing and make a difference in 2025? Canal & River Trust have volunteering opportunities available.
Help volunteer in the garden at Chell Area Family Action Group's center, who provide activities and services that are designed to improve the physical, mental and social health of the community
Volunteer as a Community Organiser, helping The Vegan Society coordinate events, lobby councillors on vegan issues, and help measure the impact of the charity.
The holidays are over, the decorations are down, and you're left staring at a pile of unwanted gifts. Don't worry! There are ways to give these unwanted items a new life and prevent them from ending up in landfill.
Here's your guide to ethically rehoming those Christmas castoffs, even without a receipt:
UOS students are helping to save lives and landfill by donating pre-loved items to British Heart Foundation
Complete the NUS Skills Survey for your chance to win £500
Computing Society tips to help make your digital habits more sustainable
Since 2023, Stoke-on-Trent City Council has been taking a zero-tolerance stance on illegal dumping in our towns.
Since then, we have cleared over 3400 illegal dumping incidents.
Every one of us has the responsibility to dispose of household waste legally. From bulky waste to general household waste, there is a service to ensure none of this waste makes it onto our greenspaces or our streets.
Student donations supporting British Heart Foundation
Litter pick hosted by Cop Shop!