The RSPB's Big Garden Birdwatch is the world’s largest garden wildlife survey. Every year, hundreds of thousands of nature lovers take part, helping to build a picture of how garden birds are faring.

If everyone on Earth lived like people in the UK, we’d need over two and a half planets to regenerate and absorb our waste; a clear signal we need to move toward a circular economy of reuse, repair and longer-lasting items. So how can you make a difference?

Durham University sandwich supplier, Tiffin Sandwiches, are looking for the next bold, flavour-packed vegan sandwich idea. The winning creation will go into full production and be sold NATIONWIDE, including in DU cafes across campus. The winner will also take home a brand new iPhone Air.

Can you spare two minutes to complete a hedgehog sightings survey?

Are you passionate about hedgehog conservation? Would you like to sharpen your species identification skills while contributing to a nationwide citizen science project?

Collingwood College were our summer term winners. Which college or department will be victorious in Michaelmas?

Thank you to Prof Stephen Willis and Kieran Lawrence, Department of Bioscience at Durham University, for this great image. This stunning woodcock, a forest-nesting, nocturnal wader, turned up outside of Biosciences earlier in the week.

The countdown is on - Winter Wheelers starts on 1 December and you’re invited to take part! Whether you ride every day or haven’t been on a bike in years, this free, fun challenge is for everyone - individuals, workplaces, schools and community groups.

Following the team’s submission of three applications this year, Durham University was shortlisted in two categories for the 2025 Green Gown Awards.

We are proud to announce that Durham University has been awarded 3 stars for Food Made Good by the Sustainable Restaurant Association, recognising our leadership in sustainable food practices.

Last week Ian Armstrong, Biodiversity Manger, Sustainability Team, lead a group of Durham University MA Environmental History students on a guided walk of our estate.

Thank you for taking the time to log your sustainable actions, from homemade Halloween decorations to digital cleanses.