Griffith’s sustainability strategies support staff, students and our partners working together to reach the SDGs.

The SDGs are an interconnected set of priorities that require collaboration for progress. We can all work together to make a difference.

There are lots of ways staff and students can engage with sustainability initiatives at Griffith. We invite all staff and students to share their achievements—big and small, get involved, and support the SDGs.  Find out what you can do below.

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Sustainable Development Goals

Griffith University is aligned with the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and committed to tackling global challenges through quality education and partnerships for the goals.

SDG Files

Share your achievements and actions for sustainability impact through your research, learning and teaching, projects, operations, partnerships, and more.

Contribute to the SDGs

SDG Pledge Wall

Share the ways, big and small, you can contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals.

Add your pledge to the wall

Campus initiatives and campaigns

Green Impact Program

Join the internationally renowned Green Impact Program and learn about the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Clothing Library

Come together with the Griffith community and promote a shift in how we think about clothing consumption and conversations around fast fashion through our Clothing Library

Repair Café

The Griffith University Repair Café brings together a society of students whose purpose is to engage with sustainability and contribute to SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production

Enviro Week

Learn how to incorporate sustainability into your everyday life with an exciting array of workshops, activities and stalls during Griffith's Enviro Week!

SDG Game

What kind of world will emerge by 2030? What will be the impact of your decisions? All will be revealed when you play the SDG Game!

Green Bites

Join our Green Bites lunchtime webinars and meet  special guests presenting on diverse themes related to the  Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Sustainable leadership

Find out more about Griffiht's leadership in sustainability issues via Enlighten, a multidisciplinary, multimedia story hub

Sustainability Community of Practice

Register your interest and join the Sustainability Community of Practice (CoP)

A promotional graphic with a dark blue background features the text “Save the environment, save money!” in large white and red letters. On the right side, there is an illustration of a reusable cup with a wave of water splashing out from the top. Above the cup to the right, a red takeaway coffee cup lid is depicted mid-air as if it has been thrown away. Below the main text, additional information reads: “Help save the planet and save yourself a 50 cent reduction when you bring your own cup to cafes on campus.” For more information, visit griffith.edu.au/sustainability/get-involved.

Bring your own cup

Help keep our state beautiful with Griffith! Bring your KeepCup or mug to our cafés and save yourself a 50-cent surcharge on disposable cups. Let's make a difference together—one cup at a time!

The image depicts a green donation bin adorned with logos from Griffith University and the Brisbane Future Scholarship Program. The text on the bin reads: “Drop your empties in a green bin to support students facing hardship.” This bin is specifically designated for 10-cent refundable containers, promoting recycling and providing assistance to students in need. The background is a plain light colour with no other discernible elements.

Containers for Change

Help the environment and support Griffith students in need! Drop your empty containers into a green bin on campus to fund Brighter Futures Scholarships through Containers for Change.

Vice Chancellor's Excellence Awards

Griffith’s 2020–2025 Strategic Plan emphasises sustainability, aiming for a robust, equitable, and environmentally sustainable society. The university acknowledges individuals who integrate the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals ( SDGs ) into their work. This year, both professional and academic staff can be recognised for their contributions to the SDGs through a new award category.

Nominations will open again in 2025.

Find out more

Educational resources

Sustainability awareness module

Available only to Griffith staff, learn about our commitment to the SDGs and how you contribute to this goal as part of the Griffith Community

Sustainable events guide

Learn about practical strategies and resources for planning and executing sustainable events and minimise your environmental impact

EcoCentre

Learn more about how Griffith’s EcoCentre promotes and encourages environmental education

Green office guide

Learn how to promote eco-friendly behaviours, improve resource efficiency, and minimise your ecological footprint in your office (coming soon ...)

Equity, diversity and inclusion

Learn how First Nations peoples' care for the land, indigenous cultural and environmental practices

Sustainability tips

Small actions have a big impact! Explore these simple and effective ways to live more sustainably and discover how Griffith initiatives can support your sustainability journey

Collaborate for sustainability

Internship and volunteering opportunities
Staff-giving Program
Community internship and partnership for the SDGs

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Tell us what you're doing, share your achievements, and tell us your sustainability story. Your initiatives, research and publications are all important data for our SDG Impact Report, Times Higher Education Impact Rankings submission, and for raising awareness about the amazing sustainability work at Griffith.

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