Sustainability
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Switch off for Earth Hour
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This year Earth Hour is on Saturday 22 March between 8.30-9.30pm. Bringing a chance for people across the world to come together. A chance to show how much we care for the future of our planet. And hopefully inspire people to act and stand up for change.
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Edge Hill University commits to 100% renewable electricity agreement
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Edge Hill University has pledged to ensure all its electricity will be sourced from renewables for three years from this month.
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Pioneering new group aims to improve UK food production with better greenhouses
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A pioneering new group of researchers, growers and manufacturers aims to improve food production in the UK by unlocking the potential of greenhouses.
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Wellbeing
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At Edge Hill University, we are committed to supporting and improving the wellbeing of staff, students, and the wider community.
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Water
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Explore how we aim to reduce our water usage while finding new ways to reuse domestic water sources.
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Education for sustainable development
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The Sustainable Development Goals are the blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all.
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Waste management and recycling
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Discover how we aim to manage and reduce our waste output across campus through programmes of reduction, reuse and recycling.
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Biodiversity
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Discover how we aim to protect and increase our current levels of biodiversity across our green campus.
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Construction and refurbishment
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Explore how we aim to construct and refurbish buildings and accommodation across campus that help to enhance sustainability and improve access for our students and staff.
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Emissions and discharges
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Explore how we aim to reduce the environmental impact of our campus and facilities to increase energy efficiency and reduce harmful emissions that have a huge impact on the planet.
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