On the Uni Club Side
At The University Club, we’re reducing the environmental ‘footprint’ of our operations by going ‘green’.
Not only will the Club still be serving great food and organising fantastic functions but there will also be a side serving of sustainability to go with it. The Club’s newly formed Green Committee has created a “Green Action Plan” and a “Green Policy” aimed at reducing the ecological footprint of the Club’s operations.
The new look magazine is now printed on recycled content paper and will be mailed out in envelopes which can be recycled rather than a plastic cover. There are also plans for Members to have the option to receive the magazine electronically as an environmentally friendly option.
The Club aims to drastically reduce waste by recycling paper, cardboard, tins, cans, plastics, glass and even corks!
Behind the scenes the administration area has made the switch to recycled paper and put in place a raft of measures to cut paper use in the office such as double side printing. The Club also aims to cut its energy consumption and greenhouse emissions by planning several campaigns such as “switch off’ and “ride to work” campaigns. Unnecessary lighting and electrical appliances that are usually on standby will be switched off when not in use which the Club anticipates will lead to a 10% reduction in energy consumption and decrease greenhouse gas emissions.
The electricity and water consumption of the University Club building will be metered and monitored to track the success and progress of energy and water efficiency actions.
“We are also conscious of the environmental awareness of our clients and are able to offer alternative green options to function organisers” says Conferences and Events Manager Julie Harrison. We have started with recycled napkins and recycled note pads..jpg)
Green Action Plan - Launched October 2007
To reduce the amount of waste created by the mountains of disposable cups used each day, customers are able to purchase their very own ECO Mug (pictured right), a thermal mug that can be refilled with your favourite hot beverage at the Club. As a thank you to environmentally conscientious customers the first beverage purchased with the ECO Mug is free.
To view the University Club's Green Action Plan click here.
2008 Achievements
2008 achievements and contributions since we launched the Green Committee at The University Club in conjunction with the Green Office at UWA include:
- The Club Magazine printed on 55% recycled paper
- All collateral and stationary used by The University Club are on recycled material
- Launch of the Eco Mug in the Club Café for coffee or soup of the day
- All offices have a recycle box for paper and cardboard
- All printers are set up double sided printing
- All light bulbs in The University Club are now energy efficient
2009 goals include:
- Carbon neutral function options
- Switch to recycle takeaway cups in the Club Café
On the UWA Side
To view the July 2009 Green e-News click here.
To view the August 2009 Green e-news click here.
The University is also putting in measures to reduce the environmental impact of activities. Recently a Green Campus Reference Group was formed to develop ideas for making the University more sustainable. Facilities Management, who are responsible for the planning and operations of buildings and infrastructure, have formed a Climate Change Action Group that is focusing on building design, energy and water management, transport and reducing greenhouse emissions.
With water worries hitting WA the University is aiming to reduce water consumption through a range of measures including using treated wastewater to irrigate shade houses and sporting ovals at Shenton Park.
Twenty one Schools and sections are now participating in the University’s Green Office programme with fifty volunteer Coordinators educating work colleagues on how to make office operations more environmentally friendly.
Over 41 million sheets of paper were used at the University in 2006. In an effort to reduce the amount of paper used the Office of Finance and Resources is aiming to reduce paper consumption by at least 10% and purchase only recycled paper through the “Paper Smart” program.
In the quest to be a zero waste campus Facilities Management has put in place recycling programs for office generated waste, computers, polystyrene, plastics, print cartridges, mobile phones and kitchen organics. Students at UWA have also been busy doing their bit to be sustainable with the UWA Environment Collective starting up their own worm farm for Guild food waste and advocating for better recycling facilities on campus..jpg)
For further information contact Facilities Management Environmental Services www.fm.uwa.edu.au/about/sustainability
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