Climate, environment, and sustainability at UiO
We work on measures within the fields of education, research and operations to give our students green expertise, find solutions to the major challenges facing society and reduce UiO’s climate footprint.
What does sustainability mean to UiO?
Sustainable transition is about securing the basis of life for humans and other species – currently and in the future. To achieve that, we need to know the planetary boundaries and what it takes to create sustainable societies.
Comprehensive Climate and Environmental Strategy
The Comprehensive Climate and Environmental Strategy for UiO outlines goals for education, research, communication, green campus, and organisation.
Action plan for climate and environmental work
The action plan details how we will reach our goals, and is revised annually.
Climate accounts
UiO aims to halve greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 compared to emissions in 2018. The climate accounts show how we are progressing in the different categories.
Centre for Global Sustainability
UiO's Centre for Global Sustainability connects researchers across fields to help build a sustainable and just future.
Green Office
Green Office is an arena for students and employees who have ideas and input on how UiO, as both a place of study and work, can become more sustainable.
National Sustainability Comittee
The university- and university college sector collaborates to strengthen its work with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and Agenda 2030.
Attend the UN Climate Change Conferences
UiO can nominate a limited number of participants to the UN Climate Change Conferences. Both students and employees may apply for accreditation.
Contact
Du you have quesions or feedback about climate, the environment and sustainability?
- Studies and admission: Contact the International Student Reception
- UiO's work: Send an e-mail to: klimaogmiljo@uio.no