Date of Establishment - June 2020 (Sustainability Steering Group) and September 2021 (Sustainable Development Committee)
Chair and Administrative Support Area
- Chair: Senior Vice-Principal
- Clerk: Senior Vice-Principal’s Office
Committee Governance
The following points should be noted:
- The Committee will report directly to the Policy and Resources Committee.
- The Committee is expected to normally meet once per quarter.
- The Committee will have the discretion to create sub-groups, as and when appropriate.
- Paperwork for each meeting will be co-ordinated in advance and circulated by the Clerk, normally at least five working days prior to each meeting.
- Purpose and Remit
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Purpose
The Sustainable Development Committee co-ordinates the development, implementation and review of the activities which underpin our commitment to sustainability as outlined in the Aberdeen 2040 strategic plan.
Remit
- Oversee the development and implementation of an institutional Action Plan that aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and enables us to fulfil our commitment to sustainability as outlined in the Aberdeen 2040 strategic plan:
- Encourage everyone within our community to work and live sustainably, recognising the importance of our time, energy and resilience;
- Educate all our students and staff to be leaders in protecting the environment;
- Excel in research that addresses the climate emergency, enables energy transition and the preservation of biodiversity; and
- Achieve net zero carbon emissions before 2040.
- Monitor and evaluate progress against the Action Plan and associated KPIs, making supportive and constructive recommendations to enhance effectiveness and implement remedial actions as required;
- Establish and support workstreams as appropriate to fulfil the institutional commitment to sustainability, monitoring their progress and providing oversight, guidance and support as required;
- Scan the external horizon to ensure the University (i) continues to meet legislative/regulatory compliance requirements and (ii) considers current best practice guidelines in relation to sustainability;
- Ensure effective communication with the University community and external stakeholders to enhance understanding of, and engagement with, the sustainability agenda and the achievement of the aims outlined within the institutional Action Plan.
- Oversee the development and implementation of an institutional Action Plan that aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and enables us to fulfil our commitment to sustainability as outlined in the Aberdeen 2040 strategic plan:
- Composition and Membership
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Composition
Membership
Chair
Karl Leydecker
Vice-Principal (Global Student Recruitment)
Alan Speight
Vice Principal (Research)
Marion Campbell
Vice-Principal (Regional Engagement & Regional Recovery)
Pete Edwards
Vice-Principal (Education)
Ruth Taylor
University Secretary & Chief Operating Officer
Tracey Slaven
Director of People
Debbie Dyker
Interim Director of Estates and Facilities
Duncan White Interim Director of Finance
Phil McNaull
Director of Planning
Hulda Sveinsdottir
Director of Research & Innovation
Liz Rattray
Director of External Relations
Jenny Fernandes
Director of Digital & Information Services
Brian Henderson
Acting Director of Centre for Energy Transition
Tavis Potts
Academic Lead for Environment and Biodiversity Interdisciplinary Challenge
David Burslem
UCU Representative
Adam Price
Unison Representative
Kenneth Sadler
Unite Representative
Ruth Slater
2 x Elected Senators
Yukie Tanino
Neil Vargesson
Policy Adviser (Sustainability)
Fraser Lovie
Energy Manager
Vacancy
Head of Procurement
Helane Gannicliffe
Qatar Campus Representative
Nadia Degama
3 x AUSA Representatives
Alisa Koester
Camilo Torres-Barragan
Joseph Huttich
PGR Representative
Josefine Bjorkvist
Clerk
Heather Crabb
If additional information or consultation is required on any aspect of business under consideration, the Committee will co-opt individuals (internal and/or external to the University) as advisory members. It is anticipated that colleagues involved in key operational areas e.g. energy, transport and waste management will contribute to the Committee’s discussions on a regular basis.
COMMITTEE GOVERNANCE
The following points should be noted:
• The Committee will report to the Policy and Resources Committee via the Senior Management Team.
• The Committee is expected to normally meet once per quarter.
• The Committee will have the discretion to create sub-groups, as and when appropriate.
• Paperwork for each meeting will be co-ordinated in advance and circulated by the Clerk, normally at least five working days prior to each meeting. - Agenda and Minutes
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Agenda
2022
2021
2020
Minutes
2021
2020