Get stuck in, get inspired, and help shape a more sustainable Lancaster! Whether you're planting trees, repairing clothes, or debating climate justice, there's something for everyone. Explore our ongoing projects and get involved by signing up to an event.
🌳 Forrest Hills: Forest of the Future
Help grow a space where nature thrives! Since 2018, students have been transforming old farmland and a golf course into a vibrant, biodiverse haven. This hands-on project supports:
- 🌿 Carbon sequestration
- 🐞 Boosting biodiversity
- 💧 Natural Flood Management
- 🤝 Community connection
Be part of creating something that will last for generations.
🥾 Adventures
Explore stunning local and regional landscapes and get hands-on with real sustainability projects. Each adventure is different—but all are rooted in action, connection, and learning.
We dive into themes like food systems, climate justice, waste reduction, and nature restoration.
2024–25 Highlights included:
- Wild Garsdale Pike
- Save the Pumpkins with EggCup and Closing Loops
- Claver Hill Community Farm
- Fylde Sand Dune restoration with Lancahsire Wildlife Trust
- Fairfield Nature Reserve
- ECOTown waste site visit
- Community litter picks
- Birdwatching at RSPB Leighton Moss
- Walking tour on decarbonisation & decolonisation
🐝 ECOWild Volunteering
Get your hands dirty (in the best way)! Help biodiversity thrive on campus through ECOWild sessions. We:
- Plant native wildflowers 🌼
- Remove invasive species 🛠️
- Plant trees 🌳
No experience needed—we provide everything: gloves, wellies, waterproofs, and good vibes.
🎤 Climate Conference
A night of ideas, action, and student power! This annual event brings students together for workshops, external speakers, and roundtable discussions on the future of sustainability at Lancaster.
We gather your views and create a Student Sustainability Report, shared directly with the university.
Top student demands in 2025 included:
- Expanding “Don’t Ditch It, Donate It”
- More affordable plant-based food on campus
- A sustainability induction for all new students
- Greater support for grassroots groups
- Rewilding the campus & Forrest Hills
⚡ ECOChallenge
Take on a 48-hour sprint of creativity and collaboration! The ECOChallenge brings students together to tackle real-world environmental challenges with fresh thinking and bold ideas.
You’ll gain skills, build a team, and spark solutions that could change the world—or at least the campus!
🗓️ Usually mid-Lent term — More info here.
🎉 Sustainable Lifestyle Festivals
Celebrate sustainable living with fun, hands-on experiences based around seasonal festivies. From upcycling to climate chats, there’s something for everyone.
👗 LUSU Swap & Style
A permanent clothes swap located on the SU ground floor!
- Swap 1 clean, unbroken item for 1 item
- Includes clothes, accessories, and costume pieces
- Reduce fashion waste and refresh your style sustainably
🧵 Sewing Repair Cafés
Broken zip? Torn hem? No problem! Fix or upcycle your clothes with help from the Sewing Café Lancaster crew.
- Use our sewing machines and tools
- Get expert guidance
- Drop-in sessions each term
🍵 SustainabiliTEA & Chat
Grab a cuppa and join a relaxed, inclusive space to chat about the world’s biggest issues—from ethical finance to food systems. No lectures, just shared learning, questions, and good company.
🌍 Green Societies
Want to dig deeper? Join a society that shares your passion. Whether you're into growing veg at the ECOHub, campaigning for climate action, or running events—there’s a space for you.
We’ll help connect you with like-minded students and groups driving change at Lancaster and beyond. Check out the Green societies list here.
