A University has been named one of the top in the country for sustainability.

The University of Brighton was ranked fifth out of 143 universities and higher education institutions in People and Planet’s Green League.

People and Planet is a student network which campaigns to protect the environment and produces an annual independent ranking of universities for environmental and ethical performance.

Brighton director of finance Sue Mchugh said: “We are committed to sustainable development, operationally and educationally “Protecting and renewing our shared natural and built environment is the greatest challenge facing our planet and all universities have an important part to play in meeting this challenge. Our aim at Brighton is to be a truly sustainable university in everything that we do.”

The university scored 57 points out of maximum 70, an increase of three points from last year.