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Help us to build a sustainable future. Check out what you can do through the University and find more sustainable possibilities for everyday living.

Just Reuse! on campus

If you can't reuse it then refuse it - join us in saying 'yes' to reusable cups on campus.

Green Impact award ceremony – Staff teams completing the first year of the Green Impact programme were presented the Piwakawaka award.

Green Impact

Want to have fun while engaging in meaningful environmental change on campus? Become an environmental champion by joining Green Impact!

Takahuri Sustainability Seminar Series

PhD candidates and Master's by Research students whose research aligns with the SDGs can showcase their work to foster discussions and build connections.

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Sustainability Volunteering

Join Piki Toitū - the Sustainability Team volunteers - and help us make the Uni a greener place to be.

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Extra-curricular opportunities

Victoria University of Wellington has many opportunities outside the classroom for you to get involved with sustainable initiatives.

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Sustainability beyond the University

Sustainability is about a way of life. There are many sustainability activities and initiatives that you can get involved with.

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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.

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Sustainability Photo Competition

Entries for the competition will open in July 2026

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