For many students like myself who are interested in reducing our carbon footprint it came as a nice surprise when I logged on to Wolverhampton University's website this morning to see they are holding a 'Green Week' next week - 6th-10th February 2012.
Unfortunately, my timetable will see me in University for only 4 hours over 2 days next week, with my free time working back in the office, so I will not be able to take part in many activities. However, I thought I would advertise the event as it looks to be very interesting for students and teachers alike, and will hopefully help drive a lot more traffic to the University.
Green Week is taking place in the Students Union at Wolverhampton Campus as well as some activities spreading to Walsall Campus on Monday evening and Tuesday daytime.
Activites include a green tea party, quizzes, a mobile energy bike, Valentines day card making, talks, debates and stalls.
You can find an agenda for the week on the University website here : http://www.wolvesunion.org/yourunion/environment/greenweek/
Green Achiever have enquired with the Union to see if we can provide them with any leaflets throughout the event. We believe that with the help of the University, we can provide students and teachers with information on how to stay green whilst reducing their environmental impacts.
We hope you all had a lovely weekend and are staying wrapped up and warm in this icy weather!
GA Team
Monday, 30 January 2012
Saturday, 28 January 2012
Be Mine? Be Green!
Valentines day, whether your taken or single, is a day to celebrate love. So how about we celebrate whilst also doing our bit for the environment?
This year, Valentines falls on Tuesday 14th February 2012, and I am very excited as I am being whisked away to a country lodge with my partner which will enable me to explore South Wales, which I personally find dazzling.
But enough about me, since we all now need to be making better choices concerning the impact we’re having on the environment, surely this special day shouldn’t be an exception. A celebration of love should certainly involve showing your love for the world surrounding us as well.
Zoe, part of the Wasteconnect team in the office, has put together a great fact sheet about where to buy your green gifts and includes some great ideas for an eco-valentines!
You can find this here : wasteconnect.co.uk
But my personal favourite green valentines gifts come courtesy for Nigels Eco Store here - http://www.nigelsecostore.com/acatalog/Eco_Valentines_Day_Gifts.html (The soap gift box looks gorgeous! - hint hint)
And Lush Cosmetics, who bring out a valentines range every year- https://www.lush.co.uk/category/377 (this year looks even better than the last, I want EVERYTHING)
Why not save on fuel emissions and take your loved one for a stroll in the countryside, a romantic bike ride or a picnic in the park? (Old fashioned girl, me!)
You could even make your company a GREEN ACHIEVER, its free, simple and we're always on the end of the phone Monday - Friday if you encounter any problems ... http://www.greenachiever.co.uk plus we're linked with the Bike to work Scheme, find out more here: bike2workscheme.co.uk
So, whatever you decide to do this Valentines, make it a green one and have a lovely time!
GA Team x
But enough about me, since we all now need to be making better choices concerning the impact we’re having on the environment, surely this special day shouldn’t be an exception. A celebration of love should certainly involve showing your love for the world surrounding us as well.
Zoe, part of the Wasteconnect team in the office, has put together a great fact sheet about where to buy your green gifts and includes some great ideas for an eco-valentines!
You can find this here : wasteconnect.co.uk
And Lush Cosmetics, who bring out a valentines range every year- https://www.lush.co.uk/category/377 (this year looks even better than the last, I want EVERYTHING)
OTHER IDEAS...
Why not save on fuel emissions and take your loved one for a stroll in the countryside, a romantic bike ride or a picnic in the park? (Old fashioned girl, me!)
You could even make your company a GREEN ACHIEVER, its free, simple and we're always on the end of the phone Monday - Friday if you encounter any problems ... http://www.greenachiever.co.uk plus we're linked with the Bike to work Scheme, find out more here: bike2workscheme.co.uk
GA Team x
Wednesday, 4 January 2012
Take the Plastic Trash Challenge
Curious how much plastic you actually use each week?
Find out by joining the Plastic Trash Challenge by collecting your plastic waste (both recyclable and non) for one week or more, taking a picture of what you've collected, and then posting the photo on the Plastic Trash Challenge site.
Visit this link for more info : http://www.takepart.com/actions/take-plastics-challenge
Find out by joining the Plastic Trash Challenge by collecting your plastic waste (both recyclable and non) for one week or more, taking a picture of what you've collected, and then posting the photo on the Plastic Trash Challenge site.
Visit this link for more info : http://www.takepart.com/actions/take-plastics-challenge
Want to show off your green credentials? Become a Green Achiever here : http://www.greenachiever.co.uk/
Its easy, and it doesn't cost the earth!
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