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Latest sustainability news and updates from the ±¬ÁÏTV - from research breakthroughs and student projects to campus improvements and practical ways to get involved.
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±¬ÁÏTV’s most sustainable building officially opened by Academy of Social Sciences

±¬ÁÏTV’s most sustainable building has been officially opened by Will Hutton, President of the Academy of Social Sciences.
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World’s first low-energy bioplastics developed with the ±¬ÁÏTV raises £2 million investment

The world’s first low-energy, non-oil-based, high-performance bioplastic, developed by Floreon with the ±¬ÁÏTV, has secured £2 million financing from Northern Gritstone.

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±¬ÁÏTV recognised for supporting students and scholars seeking sanctuary

±¬ÁÏTV has been named a ‘University of Sanctuary’ in recognition of its support for displaced people.
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Success of University BetterPoints scheme leads to city-wide rollout

A free app which turns steps, cycle rides and bus trips into shopping vouchers or donations to local charities has been launched across the city, after its success at the ±¬ÁÏTV.