One of Umeå University's most vital tasks is to meet the ever-changing demands and expectations of society and work towards building a sustainable society. The university also has a high ambition to contribute to achieving the sustainable development goals of the 2030 Agenda and the climate targets of the Paris Agreement.
Using a proactive and innovative approach, Umeå University takes action for a sustainable society. The university contributes with research, education, new solutions and dissemination of knowledge as well as reduces emissions from the university’s own activities. This to achieve Sweden’s long-term target of having zero net greenhouse gas emissions by 2045 at the latest.
Umeå University has also signed the Climate Framework for Higher Education Institutions.
Education is the university’s most important contributor to a sustainable transition of society.
New knowledge is a condition for meeting the challenges of society and making a sustainable transition.
Setting requirements when purchasing and procuring helps the university to reduce its climate impact.
Sharing services and climate-friendly solutions can optimise energy consumption and increase utilisation.
The university works actively to increase travel-free meetings and develop the forms for meetings.
By limiting the spread of dangerous substances, the university contributes to sustainable development.
Learn more about Umeå University’s sustainability work through the Environmental Policy and other frameworks.