We’re building a global sustainability network, region by region.
The world is adapting quickly to the rising challenge of climate change. Change is coming to the business world – because it has to. The growing sustainability business community needs a platform to meet, connect and support each other to transform the UK economy and maximise on the opportunities that this change brings. So, we’ve created it for you.
Why Engage?
We believe in the power of business to drive change, and you can be part of it. Whether you’re a seasoned sustainability expert or just starting out, our community and our events are for anyone who wants to collaborate with experts in the field and learn more about initiatives that are already happening across the UK.
From round-table discussions, national conferences hearing from leading keynote speakers and exciting opportunities to share your news, we have a community of over 12,000 sustainability leaders. In the last 18 months, The Sustainability Community has brought together over 2,000 people to in person events across the North of England. In 2024 and 2025, we’ll be expanding beyond the North and looking to support the whole nation.
Come and be a part of it!
“We are delighted that Yorkshire Sustainability Festival is to be hosted in our city. We are one of the leading cities in the UK for taking climate action and are working hard towards becoming the first UK net zero city. The festival of events will help share this ambition while shining a light on the trailblazers of sustainable innovation from across Yorkshire, pathing the way for a brighter and greener future.”
Tom Riordan, Chief Executive of Leeds City Council
At the University of Leeds our interdisciplinary research collaborations link our physical, technological, economic and social understanding of climate change and sustainability, creating solutions to address this global crisis. We are committed to embedding sustainability in everything we do, taking responsibility for our economic, cultural, social and environmental impacts. We are thrilled to be joint headline sponsors of Yorkshire Sustainability Week, and to help highlight the opportunities that embracing sustainability initiatives can bring.
Professor Nick Plant, Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research and Innovation at the University of Leeds, Headline Sponsor
Latest News
Mon 19 May '25
Navigating the top sustainability challenges facing businesses today
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, sustainability is increasingly rising on the agenda.
Mon 12 May '25
Tech’s Carbon Problem – and the Simple Choice Every Business Can Make
We don’t often think about the environmental cost of technology—but it’s one of the fastest-growing threats to our planet.
Sun 11 May '25
Let’s Talk Rubbish: New Waste Separation Rules And What UK Businesses Need To Do To Comply
As of 31 March 2025, new waste management regulations have come into force in England, aimed at streamlining and improving recycling practices within the workplace.
Wed 23 Apr '25
Driving towards net-zero with ‘Penelope Power’
Meet Penelope. You may not know it – and she certainly doesn’t – but she’s playing a key role in the green gas revolution that is decarbonising the UK’s energy grid and supporting the drive to achieve our net-zero goals.
