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Sustainable Estate

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Cardiff Met is committed to identifying, managing, and improving environmental aspects of estate operations by:

  • Conducting climate risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and build resilience against climate change impacts on the built environment.
  • Developing and reviewing the biodiversity action plan to conserve and enhance natural habitats, protected areas, and ecological value across the estate.
  • Setting targets and strategies aligned with our commitments to reducing carbon emissions and improving resource efficiency.
  • Prioritising sustainable design, construction practices, and reusing materials that minimise environmental impacts for new developments, refurbishments, and maintenance on the estate.
  • Implementing energy efficiency measures such as investing in renewable energy sources and sustainable waste management practices.
  • Undertaking external audits to ensure our sites retain a good appearance.
  • Engaging with Cardiff Council on developments and ecological surveys.
  • Continuing with our knotweed eradication plan using only environmentally friendly eco compounds liquids, allowing us to enhance the border areas of Llandaff campus.