Our campus is more than its buildings. The gardens, lawns, trees, plantings and open green spaces across UC shape how it feels to study, work and spend time here — offering places to rest, gather, walk between classes, and connect with the natural world.

Biodiversity provides resilience in a changing world and gives us a sense of wonder. UC is committed to improving biodiversity on campus. The UC Biodiversity Plan 2026 - 2030 describes our targets and actions to improve biodiversity. Learn more about biodiversity at UC.

Moving to more sustainable transport in and around our campuses is part of our carbon reduction goals. Learn more about sustainable transport at UC.

From composting food scraps to sorting waste correctly, everyone at UC can play a role in reducing waste. Learn more about how to minimise waste on campus and beyond.

UC has two beautiful community gardens on campus. They provide a shared space for students, staff and the wider community to work together, grow produce, and learn new skills. Find out about UC's community gardens and how to get involved.

Growing food is a powerful way to build a more resilient and sustainable future. At UC, food resilience involves developing local, healthy, and accessible food systems that benefit both people and the environment. Discover how we enhance food security on campus through edible plantings, free community lunches and participation in community gardening.

UC's potable water comes from aquifers beneath Christchurch which are fed by water from the Southern Alps. Learn how we're restoring and conserving water.

The UC Sustainability Office runs a range of events framed around the UN 17 Sustainable Development Goals. From cycling events to composting workshops, find out how to get involved and be inspired.