Discover how sustainability shapes our learning, research, community and actions across the university. Join us in creating change.
We’re committed to long-term action that supports nature, social equity, circular economy and reduced greenhouse gas emissions – at Curtin and beyond. Our Sustainable Development Action Plan guides how we embed this commitment into learning, research, operations and across the Curtin community.
Curtin University is committed to advancing Sustainable Development through learning and teaching, research, operations, engagement, and governance informed by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Use the wheel to explore each goal and how it connects to our broader Sustainable Development Action Plan.
Curtin’s sustainability strategy focuses on areas where we can make the greatest impact. The highlighted goals in the wheel show how our work aligns with selected United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) — connecting local action to global priorities.
We recognise all First Nations peoples’ deep knowledge, cultural, spiritual and educational practices, and aspire to learn and teach in partnership with them. We are committed to working in partnership with all Custodians and Owners to strengthen and embed First Nations’ voices and perspectives in our decision-making, now and into the future.
At Curtin, iconic species such as Carnaby’s and Forest Red-tailed Black Cockatoos find refuge on campus, supported since 2012 through the University’s Black Cockatoo Action Plan and its commitment to a nature positive future.
Curtin is supporting UN Sustainable Development Goal 10, Reduced Inequalities, committed to addressing systemic and gendered barriers to career potential in higher education.
Curtin’s Sustainability Challenge leads the way for universities, government and industry to collaborate and tackle environmental and sustainability problems.
Curtin’s Faculty of Business and Law has been delivering free Carbon Literacy Training since 2023, giving staff and students the knowledge and tools to reduce their carbon footprint.
Curtin’s new BioBlitz program is helping build a biodiversity baseline to track ecosystem change across our campus, and helping Curtin achieve our Nature Positive goals.
Curtin and the Western Australian Government’s learning partnership is helping incarcerated people obtain university qualifications, to facilitate a better future with career opportunities.
Looking to make a difference in your studies, work or daily life? Discover practical tips to reduce waste, lower emissions and build more sustainable habits on campus and beyond. These small actions can lead to meaningful change — no matter your role or discipline.
Explore Curtin’s research addressing global sustainability challenges through climate and nature, circular economy, health and social impact.
Join sustainability-focused student groups, co-curricular programs and community initiatives that are making an impact.
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