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University of Melbourne

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Organization Type: Colleges & Universities

Organization URL: http://www.unimelb.edu.au   

Description:

Established in 1853, the University of Melbourne is a public-spirited institution that makes distinctive contributions to society in research, learning and teaching and engagement. It’s consistently ranked among the leading universities in the world, with international rankings of world universities placing it as number 1 in Australia and number 32 in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2017-2018).

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Title: Achieving A Sustainable Campus : The University of Melbourne, Sustainability

URL: https://sustainablecampus.unimelb.edu.au/

Collection: OHS

Description: The University of Melbourne has the long term commitment and goal of being carbon neutral by 2030. Targets have been set to achieve this goal, through dedicated staff, planning and innovative strategies. Property and Campus Services has formed a working group to address this. In addition to reducing our carbon levels the University has set targets for the conservation of water and electricity, as well as waste minimisation and promoting sustainable design in new buildings. The first Five Star "Green Star" rating is to be achieved in the Economics and Commerce Building. The sustainable design principles will also be placed in refurbished buildings. The Sustainability Team works to advance the University of Melbourne as exemplars of sustainable, equitable community through our campus operations, environments and engagement activities. Universities have a special role and responsibility in confronting the challenges of global sustainability in a changing climate through environmental stewardship.

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Subject:   Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S)

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