Biodiversity

We are working to become a Nature Friendly campus with the SOS UK Nature Friendly Grounds accreditation, which will be assessed in 2028 following two years of biodiversity and grounds improvements.

Our Estates team is undertaking restoration works to the Cyncoed woodland area by reintroducing native tree species, improving biodiversity, enhancing soil health and creating a more resilient ecosytem future.

This autumn we are collecting and planting fallen acorns from mature oaks on campus to support oak regeneration. Using locally sourced acorns will help to maintain the woodlands genetic identity and support resilience to climate change.

We are supporting wildlife by installing homes for birds and small mammals, growing native wildflower meadows for pollinators, and creating deadwood habitats.

A week of events and campaigns to support wildlife on campus including wildlife surveys, bird house making workshops, and gardening sessions. Events will be announced in term two.

The University has formed a biodiversity steering group to support improvement projects across our sites, comprised of staff from a wide range of departments and led by Climate Action Lead David Clubb.