Explore Griffith's sustainability initiatives, actions, and campaigns

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.

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.

Sustainability Community of Practice

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

Green Bites

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

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

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!

Sustainable leadership

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

Green Impact Program

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

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!

Sustainability Student Experience Program

Are you a current Griffith student, looking to complete a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placement or community internship and interested in Sustainability? The Griffith Sustainability Student Experience Program is for you! Our placement opportunities will provide you with real-world sustainability challenges, help the university achieve its Sustainability ambitions, and help the University operate more sustainably. We have a number of placement opportunities available throughout the year for Trimesters 1, 2, and 3.

Contact us for more information

sustainability@griffith.edu.au

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

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

Collaborate for sustainability

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

Contact Griffith Sustainability

Griffith Sustainability Room 0.08, Building N23, Griffith University, 170 Kessels Road, Nathan QLD, 4111