Sustainability
Edge Hill University partners with Biffa for a sustainable future
Edge Hill University has teamed up with Biffa, a leader in sustainable waste management, to overhaul waste and recycling across campus.
This partnership aims to boost recycling rates and enhance sustainability efforts for the whole university community.
Biffa will now manage all general, recycling and food waste streams, including collections and sorting at the University’s on-site waste compound. This streamlined approach will reduce waste contamination, ensuring more materials are properly recycled.
Ben Aldred, Biffa regional commercial manager, said: “We’re delighted that our new partnership with Edge Hill University provides staff, students and visitors with a market leading service following the launch of Simpler Recycling for businesses in April, while supporting the campus’ sustainability strategies and our own commitments to social value and community engagement.”
This collaboration is expected to bring significant measurable improvements. A new weighing station will provide detailed data on waste creation, allowing the University to run more effective campaigns to reduce waste at its source.
This strategic partnership will be instrumental in helping Edge Hill deliver on its Waste and Resource Strategy for 2024-2029, creating a cleaner and more sustainable campus for everyone.
Engineering
School pupils impress with award-winning engineering ideas
Edge Hill University recently hosted Primary Engineer’s Lancashire Exhibition and Awards ceremony, welcoming primary and secondary school students to campus to celebrate their inventive engineering ideas.
The event was attended by about 100 school pupils, along with their families and teachers from across the Lancashire region. Pro Vice-Chancellor Professor George Talbot presented pupils with certificates for their winning entries in the “If you were an engineer, what would you do?” competition.
The ceremony concluded with a special reveal from Professor Ray Sheriff, Associate Head of Engineering. He unveiled a prototype of a robotic pill dispenser, a project developed by three second-year engineering students based on one of the competition’s winning designs.
“The awards ceremony provides an inspiring showcase for recognising the ingenuity and creativity of school pupils,” Ray said.
“It also gives our engineering students the opportunity to develop their group project skills during the prototype build.”
New Appointment
Professor May Ng OBE appointed as Professor of Child Health
Edge Hill University is proud to announce the appointment of Professor May Ng OBE as Professor of Child Health within the Faculty of Health, Social Care and Medicine.
Professor Ng is a renowned consultant paediatric endocrinologist, bringing with her over two decades of clinical, research and leadership experience in child health. Her appointment reflects Edge Hill’s commitment to advancing healthcare education and research with real-world impact.
Speaking about her new role, Professor Ng said: “I am honoured to join Edge Hill University and look forward to working alongside a dynamic and forward-thinking team to continue improving paediatric care through research, education and advocacy.”
Professor Ng’s career is marked by outstanding achievements and national recognition. She was awarded an OBE for services to people with diabetes and young people with disabilities, and has received numerous accolades. including the Diabetes UK Arnold Bloom Award (2023).
In her new role, Professor Ng will play a pivotal part in shaping the future of paediatric healthcare through research, innovation and education, inspiring the next generation of healthcare professionals and strengthening Edge Hill’s role in driving positive change for children and young people.
Awards
Edge Hill shortlisted for prestigious Green Gown award
Edge Hill University’s Corporate Sustainability team has been shortlisted for a Green Gown Award in the “Reporting with Influence” category, recognising the University’s commitment to transparency and progress in sustainability.
The nomination reflects the University’s dedication to keeping its community informed about its ambitious sustainability goals. The University’s annual report provides accessible information on key progress and targets, including Net Zero and Scope 3 emissions.
“This nomination highlights the progress being made by the University towards its sustainability targets and improving our reporting on areas such as Scope 3 emissions,” said Corporate Sustainability Manager Keziah Stott.
Peter Roberts, Head of Risk Assurance and Business Support, added, “Our annual report is a chance to celebrate the work done by the University over the last year towards targets such as Net Zero, and being shortlisted is a massive achievement for the team.”
The winners will be announced at the award ceremony in Birmingham in November.
Edge Hill’s environmental and sustainability report can be found here.
September 12, 2025
