Uppsala Climate Protocol
The University is part of the Uppsala Climate Protocol (UCP) since 2011. It is an environmental network that was founded thanks to an initiative by the City of Uppsala in 2010. Today UCP consists of around 40 organisations based in the city.
The UCP was inspired by the UN's work on its climate convention and today acts as a local Paris Agreement. The ambition for the UCP is to take the lead in climate work and to be a model for other cities.
Membership and commitment
In order to be part of UCP members need to take on climate challenges. These goals are to be met in 2030 at the latest.
The University has chosen the following challenges for 2024-2027:
Energy
Increase energy efficiency with 30 procent
Less plastic waste to energy recovery
Transporter
Fossil-free procured transports
Workplace
Decreased climate impact from business travels
Decreased climate impact from and increased circularity in handling of IT products
Climate improved workplace