Sustainable Futures

SDG Commitment

SDG Commitment

Learn our commitment to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. We committed to support and promote the principles of the SDGs.
A Global Hub for SDG 10

A Global Hub for SDG 10

Western Sydney University has been designated as the global hub for its international leadership in reducing inequalities by the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI).
A Cooler Future for Western Sydney

A Cooler Future for Western Sydney

Western Sydney University is working towards climate action for a cooler future through our research efforts and engagement initatives.

Sustainable Futures is located in the Learning Futures Portfolio (opens in a new window) under the Pro-Vice Chancellor (Learning Futures) and supports the education mission of the University to develop citizens’ for a sustainable future and deliver on the University’s commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals 2030.

Our CORE Framework

Western Sydney University has responded to this commitment by identifying the SDG linkages to our CORE - Curriculum, Operations, Research and Engagement - framework. Underpinning this are the cross-cutting themes of education (SDG 4) and partnerships (SDG 17), as well as leadership.

Curriculum

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Find out how we are leading new cutting edge curriculum, led by the Sustainable Futures team

Operations

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A leader in campus development learn about our living labs and green star certified buildings, led by the Environmental Sustainable team.

Research

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Our above world standard research at Western spans four interdisciplinary themes and aligns with internationally recognised strengths, national research priorities and the future of Western Sydney

Engagement

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Deeply embedded in Western Sydney and beyond, learn more about our exciting social and community initiatives raising awareness and international recognition