Nature Positive

The UK is one of the most biodiversity depleted places in Europe. As world-leading institutions who advocate for climate and nature, we have a responsibility to demonstrate that it is possible to help nature and biodiversity thrive in a busy urban environment. These case studies show the breadth of what we're doing, not only in South Kensington, but also through our advocacy activities and global reach.

Serpentine Sustainability Action Plan

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Serpentine have developed and are implementing a 'Serpentine Sustainability Action Plan'.

Embedding Sustainability in the Faculty of Medicine’s Research and Teaching

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Exhibition Road's New Planters

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The new planters on Exhibition Road are a step towards greening South Kensington.

Cultural Diplomacy for Climate Action

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The Royal Commission of 1851’s Commitment to Academic Excellence and Sustainability

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The Royal Commission continues its stewardship of the neighborhood for the legacy of the Great Exhibition, championing sustainability and progress for future generations.

The Ismaili Centre's Climate Task Force

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The Ismaili Centre has established a climate task force working together to tackle the Centre's carbon footprint.

Japan House London Participates in South Ken Zen+

Japan House London
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As an organization with unique cultural and operational needs, Japan House London's participation in SKZ+ has led to the creation of their first-ever carbon emissions baseline report.

Exhibition Emission Audits at Kensington Palace

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Kensington Palace look to improve their data collection to measure their progress more accurately.​

HRP's 2024-2027 Action Plan

Kensington Palace
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Kensington Palace's sustainability strategy to reduce its environmental impact.

Image credit: Dan Weill Photography

Cromwell Place Participates in the South Ken ZEN+ Programme

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Cromwell Place joins 21 leading organizations in a collective commitment to sustainability and carbon reduction by participating in the South Ken ZEN+ Programme.

Sustainable City Charter

Westminster City Council
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The Sustainable City Charter is a free, voluntary, business-led pledge, supported by Westminster City Council.

Bees at the Hall

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The Royal Albert Hall is proud to be home to four very special beehives, nestled on their historic rooftop.

Natural History Museum Gardens

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Experience the transformed gardens at the Natural History Museum opened this Summer. The new gardens tell the story of change on our planet over time and allow visitors to explore the museum in new ways!

Green Leases in South Ken

South Kensington Estates
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South Kensington Estates (SKE) is adopting green leases to reduce the environmental impact of its buildings.

Introducing Reuse Stations at the RCA

Royal College of Art
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The RCA encourages students to reuse materials through Reuse Stations.

Pollinator Strategy at the Royal Parks

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The Royal Parks have committed to helping reduce the decline in the parks’ pollinator populations.

The Terra Carta Design Lab

Royal College of Art
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The Terra Carta Design Lab aims to address pressing environmental challenges by harnessing the creativity of young designers.

SustainLabRCA's ‘Co-creating With Nature’ Exhibition

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Royal College of Arts SustainLab presents a ‘Co-creating With Nature’ exhibition, revealing students’ works that embed sustainability through materials and processes.

Image credit: Imperial College London South Kensington Food & Beverage Plantworks © Brendan Foster Photography-23

Imperial's Beef with Beef

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Imperial's catering division is transforming its operations to become a leader in sustainable catering within the UK university sector.

Image credit: Elrea Song/Earth Photo 2024 – Combing the Sea, Combing Peace

Earth Photo Exhibition

Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)
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The Royal Geographical Society's Earth Photo 2024 Exhibition stimulates vital conversations about climate change and sustainability.

The Design Museum's Exhibition: 'Design of our Time' Guide

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The Design Museum has published a free guide to reducing the environmental impact of design and exhibitions, offering practical tools for professionals.

The Royal Society of Sculptors Participate in the South Ken ZEN+ Programme

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The Royal Society of Sculptors joins our 21 leading organizations in a commitment to sustainability and carbon reduction.

Out of Steam

Imperial College London
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The last traces of the old steam heating and hot water network have finally been removed from Imperial's South Kensington Campus.