In 2025, the University signed the Concordat for Environmental Sustainability of Research and Innovation Practice, a landmark move in our commitment to advancing sustainability.
The Concordat for the Environmental Sustainability of Research and Innovation Practice was co-developed by more than 25 organisations, including universities, research institutes, and funders in the UK research and innovation sector.
As early signatories to this concordat, the University of Bath has continued to demonstrate leadership and commitment toward sustainability best practice.
We take collective responsibility as a research community in helping tackle global environmental challenges and look for everyone to play their part.
Information to consider before applying for funding.
Before completing a funding proposal, we recommend that you check whether your funder is a signatory to the research concordat. Some signatories have already published policies and requirements related to sustainability. This includes (but is not limited to):
While these policies offer comprehensive guidance, you can get further advice and guidance from:
In considering the environmental impacts of your research, you should also think about:
There are limited amounts of internal funding available to support sustainability actions in your research.
If you are replacing equipment, Campus Infrastructure can provide funding to help you pay for the most energy-efficient option.
You'll need to give them quotes for both the standard and more energy-efficient models. The funding can then pay the difference.
Send applications to energyteam@bath.ac.uk
Offered by the Sustainability Team, this fund provides small amounts of money to support innovation and development that aims to reduce the University's carbon footprint.
Some departments allocate specific funds for sustainability upgrades.
For example, the Department of Chemistry has created a Green Fund, selling unneeded equipment and making the income available for anyone in the Department to apply for to use for sustainability actions.
Some funding is available across the sector to support furthering sustainability action.
We'll share details of external funding opportunities that support sustainability in research practice as they become available.
If you are aware of opportunities not already listed, please contact leaf@bath.ac.uk so we can share them with colleagues.
If you have queries about the Concordat and its impacts on your research, please get in touch.