We take ecologically sound approaches to managing our energy, water and waste, as well as our biodiversity, infrastructure and transport. By 2030, this work will deliver a truly sustainable campus – one that achieves net zero emissions and zero waste to landfill and is an exemplar in operating sustainably.
‘Walking the talk’ in sustainability is about being true to the University's founding values but also about being a role model, partner and support for others through teaching, research and engagement.
Sustainability on campus
We are committed to creating a greener, more sustainable environment through various activities and initiatives. Join us in making a positive impact and fostering a culture of sustainability for future generations.
Today, the various conservation activities done by Murdoch University, Murdoch Environmental Restoration Group (MERG) and other volunteers lets you experience this special woodland and its rich history.
Murdoch University enjoys excellent public transport links from Murdoch Train Station, with covered bus stops along South Street and Discovery Drive.
We have end-of-trip facilities on campus including showers, bike lockers, bike compounds, bike racks and a bike repair stand to encourage staff, students and visitors to choose low impact travel options.
Plan your journey to Murdoch University using public transport.
We are committed to diverting waste from landfill. Our campuses currently reuse and recycle furniture and recycle containers, e-waste, batteries, commingled recycling and food organics, ensuring these resources are diverted from landfill and processed for reuse again and again.
At our Animal Hospital, we prioritise recycling x-rays and non-contaminated operating room plastics, PVC plastics, syringes, masks, and PPE, and are applying this ethos across our teaching and research laboratories, too. Find out more about how to recycle correctly in WA
TerraCycle Collection Points
Murdoch University offers hard-to-recycle collection points near the 24/7 entrance on Level 2, North Wing of the Geoffrey Bolton Library, as well as the Vet Library. This provides staff and students with the opportunity to recycle items like haircare aerosols, cling wrap, resealable food bags, and skincare packaging—just make sure they’re empty and clean. Managed by the Library and Murdoch Guild’s Climate Action Special Interest Group, this initiative encourages everyone to reduce waste and support sustainability on campus. Join us in making a difference!
How can you help?
With sustainability a key focus for the University, it is important a sustainable mindset is embedded into everything we do. Everyone at Murdoch plays a role in supporting a sustainable future by taking action to prioritise reducing their production of waste and emissions.
Bring a keep cup and water bottle every day. Read up on how to recycle right to ensure you’re recycling correctly. Also remember to use our Containers for Change facilities or exchange your containers (10c per compliant container) at the Guild Markets every second Thursday of the month at our South Street Campus.
Remember to switch off lights, heaters and air-conditioners whenever possible. Also consider walking, cycling and taking public transport to campus, which is not only good for the environment but supports your physical and mental health.
Join us to help water seedlings planted at Beeliar Regional Park, Chelodina Reserve.
Our clubs include the Climate Action Special Interest Group, Murdoch University Environmental Science Association (MUEnSA), Murdoch University Roots and Shoots, Murdoch University Wildlife Association and Murdoch Agriculture Science Student Association (MASSA).
The Murdoch Community Garden is located on campus in a permaculture inspired food forest at the Environmental Technology Centre. The community garden produce vegetables and herbs in communal garden beds, tend fruit and nut orchards and host busy-bees, workshops and BBQs throughout semester.
