Health, safety and environment policies
Our policies for health, safety, environment and sustainability.
A number of these policies are currently being updated, including the corporate social responsibility policy. The revised policies will be published shortly.
Campus and operations
Carbon Management Plan - July 2025
Our Carbon Management Plan outlines our approach to achieving Carbon Net Zero and will enable us to develop a future plan for reducing emissions.
Safety Health Environment and Wellbeing Policy Statement - English 2026
The statement is authorised by the Vice Chancellor and is supported in its delivery by the University Safety, Health and Environment Management System.
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The Smoke Free University Policy
Cardiff University recognises the right of all staff and students to work in a smoke free environment and has operated a policy of no smoking within its academic and administrative buildings for many years.
Socially Responsible Investment (SRI) Policy Statement
We prohibit direct investments based on four parameters: tobacco, armaments, code of ethics and fossil fuels.
Travel plan 2022
This plan is part of a long term process to encourage staff, students and visitors, to think about how they travel to, from and within the University.
Estates and Campus Facilities water safety policy
The University's policy for ensuring water systems are safe to use and operate.
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Responsible Procurement Policy
Our Responsible Procurement Policy introduces Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) considerations into our purchasing decisions.
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Biodiversity
Cardiff University Section 6 report 2025
A report on how Cardiff University is meeting the Nature Recovery Action Plan Objectives 1-6.
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Cardiff University Section 6 Biodiversity report
A report on how Cardiff University is meeting the Nature Recovery Action Plan Objectives 1-6.
Ecosystem Resilience and Biodiversity Action Plan 2024-2026 Summary
This plan sets how we are going to maintain and enhance biodiversity and promote ecosystem resilience across Cardiff University’s campuses
Food and drink
Sustainable Food Policy 2023-2026
This Policy applies to all staff employed in Catering Services who work within Catering, Conference and Events.
Sustainable Food Action Plan 2021-2026
Sustainable Food Action Plan 2021-2026
Fairtrade Policy 2024-2026
We are committed to supporting, promoting and using Fairtrade goods.
Drinking fountain locations
A list of drinking fountain locations across the University.
Find details of our sustainability contacts across the university.