The annual course directory produced by SEEF shows that the range of formal courses linked to the environment and sustainability that are available at Swansea’s institutions of further and higher education are increasing. Students on some degree courses at both Swansea Institute of Higher Education and Swansea University can also access a module that introduces sustainability and links it to their main studies. A wide range of courses, talks and training on environmental themes are available through the University’s Department of Adult Continuing Education with an option of gaining qualifications. CPD (continuing professional development) and induction training on sustainability has been developed for staff in local higher education institutions and could be extended to include staff of other organisations.

All educational institutions ought to act as good role models to students and the wider community by improving their impact on the environment through better resource management. Higher education can also contribute more widely to developing innovative solutions for sustainability through research projects. The Materials Engineering Department at the University, for example, has developed a Recycling Technologies research degree which has already involved over 30 students in working with local business, industry and the local authority to improve the way waste is recovered and managed.