Eco-friendly tips offered to students

STUDENTS living in halls of residence at Sheffield University have been encouraged to go green.

The department of Accommodation and Commercial Services (ACS) at the university hosted an event in which they reminded the students to make simple changes, such as travelling by bike or turning appliances off rather than leaving them on standby.

Andy Woffindin, energy and environment co-ordinator at ACS, said: “It is amazing how small changes really can make a difference.

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“The event isn’t designed to preach to students but rather to make them think more about what they do day to day and how small things really can make a huge environmental difference.”

First-year student Lucy Finnigan said: “I am terrible for leaving my stereo and TV on standby when I go out, or leaving the lights switched on.

“I do realise that it is really important to think about my habits and what I can do to make a difference.”

Last year energy consumption in Sheffield University accommodation was reduced by 3.5 per cent compared to previous years. This prevented 30 tonnes of CO2 from entering the atmosphere.

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