Our sustainability framework outlines where the University was in 2012 with sustainability and where to invest time and resources to help embed sustainability in everything we do, so it becomes the norm at Otago.
We are now in looking for feedback on the draft Sustainability Strategic Framework 2030: Tī Kōuka.
Read a copy of the draft Sustainability Strategic Framework 2030 (PDF)
To provide feedback on this draft, please use the online form below:
Draft feedback form
The feedback form will be open until 12 September 2022.
If you would like to learn more about the draft, please watch this short video of join one of the following online webinars:
- Short intro video
- Friday 19th August at 10:00am
- Monday 22nd August at 11:00am
- Thursday 25th August at 2:00pm
- Friday 2nd September at 12:00pm
- Tuesday 6th September at 1:00pm
The current framework has given us a common focus since the University of Otago Council approved it in 2017: Sustainability Strategic Framework: 2017 – 2021 (PDF).
An overview of the current framework is provided below.
1. Apply a whole systems approach
- Catalyse and support transformational change
- Embed sustainability into the institutional core
- Build credibility through transparency and accountability
2. Lead by example through our operations
- Actively pursue a low carbon future
- Promote sustainability in the built environment
- Encourage sustainable procurement
- Become a zero waste institution
- Encourage sustainable transport
- Minimise water consumption
- Support sustainable food systems
3. Nurture a culture of sustainability
- Raise awareness of our sustainability transition
- Encourage institutional learning and inquiry
- Create opportunities for staff and students to engage
4. Enhance sustainability research
- Support excellence in sustainability-related research
- Encourage sustainable research practices
- Support the University as a living laboratory
5. Support education for sustainability
- Encourage the development of subjects and courses
- Integrate sustainability into teaching and learning practices
- Increase sustainability literacy among students
Collaborate and be a catalyst for change
- Encourage inter-institutional collaboration
- Strengthen community-university partnerships
- Advocate for sustainability and celebrate achievements
