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University to slash carbon footprint
St Andrews has embarked on a £3.75m energy conservation overhaul to reduce its carbon footprint by 950 tonnes a year.
2 August 2019University news
Porpoise faces extinction
One of the world’s most endangered animals could face extinction within a year due to gillnet fishing, St Andrews researchers have warned.
31 July 2019Research
More than £19,000 raised by University donation
More then £19,000 has been raised to fight heart disease thanks to a donation of unwanted furniture by the University.
14 February 2019Local community
Crail to St Andrews shared path vision a step closer
Communities from St Andrews to Crail celebrate £39k award to investigate a new off-the-road cycle and walking path along the route.
2 August 2018Local community
Ferguson Marine to develop renewables-powered hydrogen ferry – HySeas III
A Scottish shipyard is building the first sea-going ferry fuelled by hydrogen, marking a shift towards emissions-free marine transport.
19 June 2018Public interest stories
End of term recycling project under way
Student volunteers are helping to minimise waste and benefit the St Andrews community.
25 May 2018Local community
St Andrews Botanic Garden hosts opera study day
Speakers unite environmental themes with Handel's Xerxes.
9 May 2018Local community
St Andrews Prize for the Environment winner announced
The Mountain Institute, Peru, wins US$100,000 environment prize.
27 April 2018Awards
Environmental groups celebrate climate challenge fund success
Three St Andrews environment groups awarded two years of funding from the Scottish Government.
21 March 2018Local community