ECO committee School of Healthcare Sciences

Cardiff University

ECO committee School of Healthcare Sciences: Julia Tod Senior Lecturer, Angharad Barklam Lecturer, Victoria Blanks Student Nurse, Sophia Griffiths Technician Simulation and Clinical Skills, Jeeo Tediose Professional Support, James Cassidy Facilities Support Officer and Graeme Paul-Taylor Senior Lecturer 

Since the establishment of the Committee in 2023 there has been significant change in the understanding of positive climate action and focus on improving staff and student well-being. Many staff and students are now engaging in eco-related projects either by donating items or by organising activities and there is evidence of a culture change in the school.

A range of recycle re-use schemes have been commenced and these have also contributed to local and global charities. The cost-of-living crisis prompted the committee to organise 3 clothes swaps one of which focussed on graduation and the student ball events for students who had limited resources.

The committee has worked in partnership with the Library Services and School of Medicine arranging litter picks, active transport promotion events, a hedgehog survey on campus and the building of bug boxes for the campus sites.

Top 3 Learnings

1. We have recognised that staff and student well-being can partner with a biodiverse campus benefitting all.
2. Clear sustainability messages in education can introduce changes in the future health care workforce.
3. Enthusiastic volunteers can drive significant change.