Environmental & Sustainability Welcome to the University of Derby Environmental and Sustainability community 🌳 2025/26 quadruple award winners! We are community for anyone with an interest in the environment and sustainability, regardless of your course. We provide an opportunity and space for members to interact with the environment, sustainable practices, and likeminded individuals! We have lots of exciting events and socials planned for the 26/27 year with EnSus, including: 🏞️ walks 🍻 quizzes 🦔 conservation activities 🚗 trips To name a few! We will be keeping our website and Instagram updated with any upcoming events and dates throughout the year, so give us a follow to make sure you do not miss out! Core Values As a community, we have adopted the values in the form of LEAF 🍃, as shown below: Learning the importance of protecting the environment Engaging with our members and the local community Adopting better sustainable practices Friendly group of likeminded individuals Why should I join EnSus? Our society offers many benefits, including: Connecting with nature through walks and conservation activities Contributing to making positive changes around campus Expanding your environmental and sustainability knowledge through educational activities Meeting and socialising with like-minded individuals Opportunity to improve your skillset And much more, all for a membership fee of £5 for the entire year! Whatever your interests, there is something for everyone at EnSus! Awards 🥇 2025/26 New Community of the Year 🥇 2025/26 Event of the Year 🥇 2025/26 Charitable Champions 🏆 2025/26 Gold Recognition Award Fundraising Last academic year we have raised money for Days for Girls and The Elm Foundation, in the form of a Bake Sale and 10km fundraising walk. Upcoming events External Speaker - Trash Talk - The History of Waste Join us as Henry Irving discusses the surprising history of waste – and why it is still relevant in a world of fast tech and fast fashion! 🗓️ Thursday 15 October ⏰ 4pm start 📍B120, Ked Rd, DE22 1GB UoD Staff & EnSus members are free to attend! Study Session - Members-Only Join us as we host a safe, motivational space for members to work on their assignments! 🗓️ Wednesday 21 October ⏰ 2pm start 📍tba, Ked Rd, DE22 1GB Halloween Event - Members-Only Join us as we celebrate Halloween! 🗓️ Wednesday 28 October ⏰ 7pm start 📍Meeting location tba Fancy dress is highly encouraged! Contact us! If you have any questions regarding any of these events, would like to see us include any particular events, or have any other questions, please contact us on either our Instagram (uod__es) or our email (environment.soc@derbyunion.co.uk) - we are more than happy to talk!