Ethical investment
The University is committed to environmental sustainability through the implementation of its ethical investment policy and regular review of its investment portfolio to ensure funds are fully divested, favouring investments with institutions that identify with our five positive ethical assessment criteria:
- Responsible employment practices
- Best corporate governance practice
- Conscientiousness with regard to human and animal rights
- Sustainable environmental practice
- Sensitivity towards the communities in which business operates
How do we divest our surplus funds?
The Ethical Investment Policy governs how the University invests its surplus funds, including how it ensures that investments are diversified, financially safe, ethical and compliment the University's values.
In 2020, the University secured a £30m loan from Triodos Bank to assist with financing the development of a £48m learning and teaching building, which includes a 250-seat auditorium, which increased the University’s teaching and support floor space by 20 per cent. This landmark building, the West Downs Centre, was completed and fully operational in the 2021/22 academic year.
Further details about our Finances can be found on our Winchester Facts and Figures page.
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See our policies and procedures section for all our official documentation.