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Here at Solent Students’ Union we understand the importance of reducing our impact on the environment, and do as much as we can to help save energy and reduce our carbon footprint. In this section of the website you can find out about various ‘green’ aspects of the Union, from Fairtrade to advice and information on recycling and getting involved with volunteering. |
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REDUCE/ REUSE/ RECYCLE |
We've scoured the web to find the best tips on Reducing, Reusing and Recycling. Download our Reduce/Reuse/Recycle Guide by clicking HERE and get clued up on the easiest way to start caring for the environment! |
| Eco Driving Advice | Fuel consumption has a lot to do with the car you buy, but whatever you drive there are things you can do to save money and reduce energy use, CO2 emissions and pollution. Download our handy Eco-Driving Cheat Sheet by clicking HERE. |
| Environment Management System | The SU staff have highlighted ten areas for environmental improvement within the Union. For more information click HERE |
| Environmental Policies |
Both the Students' Union and University have environmental policies for staff members to follow. You can download both policies below: |
| Fair trade | The Students' Union and University have been awarded Fair Trade status. For information on Fairtrade, click HERE |
| Volunteering | There are so many ways you can get involved with the Students' Union and help to look after the planet - from volunteering for Eco Ernie (our green milkfloat!) to helping out during Go Green Week or even with the launch of our new student allotment! If you have an idea for an environmental project or initiative you'd like to see on campus then let us know - email laura.pratt@solent.ac.uk |
| FreeCycle | Recycle your unwanted things at the FreeCycle point. FreeCycling helps reduce landfill waste, conserves energy and saves resources. You could even save yourself some money by finding the things you need. For more information on FreeCycle and the volunteering opportunities you could get involved with, click HERE |
| Go Green Week Videos | Every year the Students' Union, in conjunction with Solent University, takes part in the national "Go Green Week" campaign. In 2012, a student at Solent University documented the week in two videos which can be viewed below. |
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Go Green Week News Story from Joe Sharpe on Vimeo. |
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Go Green Week from Joe Sharpe on Vimeo. |
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