Green Impact is a free, fun way to take climate action, earn points and get recognised for the green things you're already doing, or keen to give a go. You can join at any time while the programme is running from March to September.
You'll complete a range of sustainability actions, big or small, all linked to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and earn points along the way.
This could be simple day-to-day changes, making changes to how you study, work or use shared spaces, or trying new sustainability ideas on campus.
While the University focuses on big-picture work through the Climate Action Plan, carbon reporting and sustainability policies, Green Impact is about the practical actions we can all do in our own areas.
Ways to get involved
Join or start a team
Get together with your friends or colleagues and work through actions together. We'll celebrate everyone's mahi at the end of the programme.
Go solo – Green Impact Express
Take part as an individual, complete 10 actions in your own time and still be part of the wider Green Impact community. Once complete, you'll receive a digital credential.
Get your lab accredited (GILA)
If you work in a wet lab, you can take it a step further and work towards a Green Impact Labs Accreditation (GILA).
This means:
- completing lab-specific sustainability actions, such as energy efficiency, waste management and purchasing
- improving your lab's environmental practices
- receiving formal recognition through an accreditation, certificate and digital badge.
It's a great way to demonstrate sustainable research in practice and can support access to research grants and funding.
How it works
1, Register
Register as a team or individual. If you want to join with your laboratory, contact the Green Impact representative.
2, Receive updates and support
We'll add you to our email list and Teams group for updates, ideas and support throughout the programme.
3, Complete actions and earn points
Choose the sustainability actions that work for you and start earning points. At the end of the programme, we'll total the points and celebrate everyone's efforts.
Get involved in Green Impact
Green Impact at Massey Representative
The bigger picture
Massey is now in its 4th year of participating in the global Green Impact programme.
Green Impact is delivered in Australasia by ACTS Ahupae, a member-led sustainability network that supports universities and organisations to take practical sustainability action.
It is a United Nations-recognised programme with more than 2,000 universities participating worldwide. More than 1.5 million sustainability actions have been completed globally.
Green Impact shows how small, practical actions contribute to wider, long-term systematic change.
Find out more
Information about taking part in Green Impact.
Benefits of getting involved
Benefits of getting involved
Participating in Green Impact is a great way to learn and be recognised for supporting environmental action. You'll learn practical ways to apply sustainable practices in your day-to-day life, support your wellbeing, and connect with like-minded staff and students.
Time commitment
Time commitment
Taking part is completely up to you. Complete one or two actions during the programme or, aim to complete as many actions as you'd like.
Registration
Registration
You can register at any time while the programme is running, from March to September.
Sustainability actions to earn points
Sustainability actions to earn points
Complete everyday sustainability actions, such as:
- bringing a reusable mug or container.
- attending a running a sustainability event
- volunteering with a local community group
- making small changes to energy use or recycling.
If you have your own idea, you can suggest it and earn points for that too.
Support available
Support available
Green Impact is run by Massey's Sustainability, Policy and Communications team.
When you register, you'll receive programme updates by email and be invited to join the Green Impact Teams community. Monthly online catch-ups provide ideas, inspiration and an opportunity to ask questions.
If you need help, contact the Green Impact representative B.omeeghan@massey.ac.nz
Joining or start a team
Joining or start a team
If you already have a team, you can register together. If you need help joining or starting a team contact, B.omeeghan@massey.ac.nz
Green Impact in action
See how teams across Massey are making a difference through Green Impact.
