Water Consumption Tracking
The University partnered with Hunter Water to undertake a detailed water usage audit and installed real-time water meter monitoring devices across all campuses to understand water consumption and identify water efficiencies. The audit highlighted water leaks and identified water efficiency measures. The University has now installed water meters with alarm notifications across all its campuses to alert university staff to unexpected usage rates and internal water mains failures.
In 2024, the University did not meet the water usage targets set out in the Environmental Sustainability Plan. Additional efforts will be made to progress this target in the future.
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.