June is bursting with sustainability awareness days, starting with today, 5 June, being World Environment Day with 2023's theme plastic pollution. Reducing waste at the source is key to tackling the issue - we have some tips to help.
University waste Most university waste is collected and processed by Enva. To separate recycling, magnets, compressed air, laser scanners, and tireless human pickers are all needed! But it's still vital that we all ensure the right things go in the right bins and that recycling is clean and dry to avoid recyclable waste ending up in landfill.
Staff and student's can visit Enva's facilities for an eye-opening tour. Get in touch
A practical guide
The Beat Plastic Pollution Practical Guide provides tips on actions we can all take to halt and reverse the damage being caused by plastic pollution.
One of the primary problems with plastic pollution is its sheer volume. But you can help by reducing single use plastic, avoiding plastic packaging and by being in the know.
We're looking for a graduate to join the Sustainability Team to work on student focussed sustainability initiates and campaigns. Build your skills and experience working in the environmental sector. Closing date 9am 12 June.
In a world where the car is king what other options for travel do we have? Lots is the answer! And many will save you money, get you fit and may even make you friends.
Bike Week 100
5-11 June 2023 is the 100th annual Bike Week, marking a century of celebrating everyday cycling for everyone. It might be easier to cycle to campus than you think.
Rent a bike for a semester or a year with U-Cycle.
Pick up a refurbished second-hand bike at our Bike Sale on 8 June at George Green Library alongside Dr Bike.
Rent an e-bike to travel between Nottingham city, UP and Jubilee. Students get a 50% discount.
Better transport week
Cycling isn't for everyone, so hot on the (w)heels of Bike Week, find out how else you can travel in a more climate-friendly way with Better Transport Week 12-18 June.
Unsure of your commuting options? New to Nottingham or moved house? Get a Personalised Travel Plan and save money and reduce CO2 emissions.
Nottsbus on-demand bus is now serving Sutton Bonington and surrounding villages on a flexible timetable. You first ride is FREE with the app!
The '£2 to get around' fare cap on bus travel is now set to continue until October.
Share your commute and your travel costs by finding a car-sharing buddy on Liftshare.
Bike Week is the perfect time to dust off your bike and try cycling to campus. If your bike's in need of some TLC, or you need a new (second-hand) one, look no further than our Nottingham Bikeworks' events.
In-person conference for researchers, academics, industry representatives and professional services staff interested in finding out about how local communities are working towards Net Zero.
Join the Grounds Team and student Conservation Society on Wednesday's for hands-on conservation and nature-led activities. This month they're installing tree irrigation and creating outdoor teaching spaces.
Inspired by Volunteers' Week (1-7 June), Green Rewards is focusing on empowering people to get involved in the community to push for environmental change with two new activities this month.
Most of the actions mentioned in this months newsletter can also be logged and earn you points on Green Rewards.
