Get involved
Help us to build a sustainable future. Check out what you can do through the University and find more sustainable possibilities for everyday living.
![Growing graduates A student plants a tree in a conservation area on a hill by Wellington with a large bay in the background.](https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/__data/assets/image/0009/1690551/varieties/ls_medium.jpg)
Growing our future
The University is working with Wellington City Council and Conservation Volunteers New Zealand to help restore native forests around the Wellington region.
![Green impact award ceremony.jpg Green Impact award ceremony – Staff teams completing the first year of the Green Impact programme were presented the Piwakawaka award.](https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/__data/assets/image/0009/1801485/varieties/ls_medium.jpg)
Green Impact
Want to have fun while engaging in meaningful environmental change on campus? Become an environmental champion by joining Green Impact!
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Sustainability seminar series
PhD candidates whose research aligns with the SDGs are encouraged to showcase their work to foster discussions and build connections.
![Just Reuse! web.jpg Just reuse logo](https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/sustainability/images/Just-Reuse!-web.jpg/ls_medium.jpg)
Just Reuse! on campus
If you can't reuse it then refuse it - join us in saying 'yes' to reusable cups on campus.
![ebike users sml.jpg eBike riders pose with ebikes and bike accessories.](https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/__data/assets/image/0011/1808228/ebike-users-sml.jpg)
E-bike purchase scheme
Cycling is a great form of low carbon transport. The E-bike Purchase Scheme is one way to help take the first step.
![Bee on Manuka Honey bee on Manuka blossom.](https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/__data/assets/image/0005/1691555/varieties/ls_medium.jpg)
Extra-curricular opportunities
Victoria University of Wellington has many opportunities outside the classroom for you to get involved with sustainable initiatives.
![Sustainable energy Two wind turbine workers wearing a safety harness and yellow hard hats, walk down a gravel road with many wind turbines in the background.](https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/__data/assets/image/0004/1691554/varieties/ls_medium.jpg)
Sustainability beyond the University
Sustainability is about a way of life. There are many sustainability activities and initiatives that you can get involved with.
![Sustainable vegetables Hands holding kumara from the student garden on campus.](https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/__data/assets/image/0011/1691543/varieties/ls_medium.jpg)
Seven simple steps
Everyone at the University can help make it more environmentally sustainable. Here are seven easy ways to minimise your footprint.
![SDG image.png Five of the 17 posters showcasing Sustainable Development Goals that read, No Poverty (Pōhara Kore), Zero Hunger (Hemokai Kore), Good Health and Wellbeing (Mauri Ora), Quality Education (Akoranga Pai), Gender Equality (Mana Taurite).](https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/__data/assets/image/0009/1771524/SDG-image.png)
Sustainable Development Goals in te reo Māori
The United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals are now available in te reo Māori
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Conservation Volunteers New Zealand
The University is encouraging staff to get involved in volunteering.
![Students planting Two female students smile joyously while planting in raised bed.](https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/__data/assets/image/0006/1691556/varieties/ls_medium.jpg)
Food co-ops, gardens and markets
Check out the food options and markets on campus.
![Growing graduates A student plants a tree in a conservation area on a hill by Wellington with a large bay in the background.](https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/__data/assets/image/0009/1690551/varieties/ls_medium.jpg)
Growing our future
Join our planting events because one of the best actions we can take to improve our natural environment is to plant native trees.
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Sustainability Photo Competition
The 2024 Sustainability Photo Competition opens for staff and students on 15 July. Get your entries in by 16 August to be in with a chance to win.