Griffith University
170 Kessels Road, Nathan
4111 Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
About
Griffith University, established in 1971, is a leading Australian public university with over 55,000 students and 4,000 staff across five campuses in South East Queensland. Guided by its values of excellence, equity, and innovation, Griffith offers programs in fields such as arts, business, law, education, health, engineering, environment, music, and social sciences. Internationally recognized for research in climate change, health and medicine, social justice, and emerging technologies, the university combines modern facilities with strong industry and community partnerships. With a global outlook and commitment to impact, Griffith prepares graduates to create meaningful change locally and worldwide.
Sustainability at Griffith University
Griffith University places sustainability at the heart of its mission, embedding it across research, teaching, campus culture, and community engagement. Guided by principles of equity, innovation, and social responsibility, Griffith fosters learning and discovery that address the world’s most pressing challenges. The university actively promotes sustainable practices on its campuses, cultivates a culture of environmental and social awareness, and engages with local and global partners to drive meaningful change. Aligned with the SDGs, Griffith’s approach ensures that graduates and researchers contribute to building a resilient, inclusive, and sustainable future.
In 1975 Griffith University launched Australia's first environmental science degree and since then, has continued to lead in areas of environmental science, education, research and practices. In 2010 Griffith reinforced its sustainability commitment when it signed up to the UN Global Compact; and in 2011, Griffith University appointed a Project Officer – Sustainability Policy. It also has a Sustainability Sub Committee that represents all elements of the university.
More Information
For more details on Griffith University sustainability vision and projects, please visit Sustainability portal at Griffith University.