The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland will join universities and colleges across the city next week for the return of Glasgow Goes Green 2026 – the annual sustainability festival that brings students and staff together to take action on the climate emergency.

The festival, which runs from March 2-6 with a theme of ‘Think Global, Act Glasgow’, focuses on how individual and community-led decisions can contribute to meaningful global change.

There’s a packed programme of workshops, talks, screenings and creative activities that encourage practical climate action and highlight the impact of local initiatives.

Events take place at institutions across the city – the University of Glasgow, City of Glasgow College, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow Kelvin College, The Glasgow School of Art and the University of Strathclyde

RCS will host a programme of activities throughout the week, before the festival culminates in a full day of events on Friday, March 6 at the University of Glasgow.

Pamela Mathieson, Carbon and Sustainability Manager at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, said: “Glasgow Goes Green is a fantastic opportunity to connect, learn and be inspired by the sustainability work that’s happening across the city.

“The week always brings insightful conversations and useful ideas, and the range of events shows a real commitment from the city’s colleges and universities to work together on shared challenges.”

RCS events

Tuesday 3 March

Dr Bike Servicing

Renfrew Street bike shelter

12pm to 2pm

Participants can drop in for a free bike check and minor repairs, with 12 places available to prepare bikes for the warmer months ahead.

Talk: Ulysse Tonnelé Verjus on plant-based catering

Fyfe Lecture Theatre

6-7.30pm

Ulysse (pictured above) will host a session that will explore why fully plant‑based catering is considered one of the most impactful climate actions universities can adopt. Drawing on environmental and biodiversity research, the talk will discuss how institutions can lead cultural change by making sustainable food choices the norm and supporting long‑term behavioural shifts both on and beyond campus.

Wednesday 4 March

Pop‑Up Swap Shop

Green Wall (next to IT suite)

All day

The Green Wall next to the IT suite will be transformed into an all‑day pop-up, offering clothing, textiles, books, sheet music, plants and more. Students are encouraged to bring items to swap or choose something new to take away. Many of the clothing items found here can be customised during Thursday’s upcycling workshop.

Thursday 5 March

Re-wear & Repair Clothing Upcycling Workshop

R1, Renfrew Street

10am to 12pm

Delivered by Cue Props, participants simply need to bring a garment and will be guided through creative alterations and repairs using materials provided.

OCEAN with David Attenborough

Fyfe Lecture Theatre

5.30- 7.30pm

The screening includes a special introduction and Q&A with representatives from the Community of Arran Seabed Trust (COAST), the grassroots group featured in the film whose campaigning helped establish Scotland’s first No Take Zone and inspired national progress on marine protection.

University of Glasgow events

Friday 6 March

Clarice Pears Building

All day

Glasgow Goes Green culminates with a full day of talks and workshops at the Clarice Pears Building at the University of Glasgow. All Friday events are free and open to students and staff from across the city, with a wide range of sessions exploring climate action, community engagement, environmental justice, and practical sustainability initiatives.

View the programme and book your spaces.