THE UNIVERSITY OF WAIKATO ENVIRONMENTAL POLICIES

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The University of Waikato Charter

The University Charter highlights "...our commitment to sustainable and inclusive social, economic and environmental development".

The University of Waikato Environmental Policy

In August 1995 the University Council established the need to formulate an Environmental Policy. That task was assigned to the Environmental Policy Working Party that convened in December of that year. This Working Party had representation from the Vice-Chancellor's office, the Student Union, Facilities Management, the University Council, academic staff with expertise in environmental issues and the combined campus unions. The desired outcome was a policy that would provide adequate guidance for the University at levels ranging from the institutional to the individual. To meet this goal, the Working Party researched sustainability frameworks and existing policies at other universities. The last Environmental Policy was last revised and subject to consultation in 2006, with approval being granted by the Vice-Chancellor in September of that year.

In 2009 some changes were made to the policy to reflect changes to legislation.

The policy is due for a full review in September 2012, following which consultation will be undertaken with staff and relevant groups.

This policy commits the University to environmental responsibility though the sustainable use, protection and restoration of the environments for which it is responsible.

Waikato Management School Sustainability Policy

Waikato Management School has committed itself to integrating environmental, social, cultural and economic issues in its curriculum, research, and daily operations through its Sustainable Business Policy.