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Latest News from Leeds Beckett
Welcome to the Sustainability Newsletter October 2017
Our aim is to reduce our local, national and global environmental impact by encouraging and supporting sustainable lifestyles among Leeds Beckett staff and students.
In this edition we have news of…
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University Carbon Report: Positive reductions
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Leeds Beckett switches to a triple-certified coffee supplier
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Volunteer with us as a Environmental Auditor
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Bike Hire students series: Mark's story
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Did you know?
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'Sustainable' Events
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Recipe of the month
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University Carbon Report
Leeds Beckett slashes its carbon emissions
Out of all universities in the UK, Leeds Beckett is ranked 23rd in the BriteGreen League Table for reducing carbon emissions. This highlights how universities fare in cutting down their carbon emissions over the period 2006-2016. We have managed to slash our emissions by 34.6% in that period.
Read about how we have achieved this and what steps we are taking to further cut our carbon emissions.
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Leeds Beckett switches to triple-certified coffee supplier
Our university has switched to Matthew Algie, a triple-certified coffee supplier. This is a positive step forward for our supply chain as Matthew Algie puts sustainability very high on their agenda.
We interviewed Amy Oroko, their sustainability manager who enlightened us on Matthew Algie. We discussed sustainability, their three certifications, and their long-term strategy.
"Certifications aren't badges, they're principles."
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Matthew Algie has three certifications to its name: Rainforest alliance, Fairtrade and Organic.
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Environmental Auditing
Audit teams taking part in the Green Impact scheme
If you are interested ↓
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Bike Hire student series: Mark's story
Read what Mark, a BSc Music Technology student at Leeds Beckett, had to say about the Bike Hire scheme, how far he went on his bike and how cycling gives hime wings.
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"I think a made a playlist a bit too heavy and got carried away and ended up cycling all the way to Otley!"
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Come along to the Lock and Lights Sale on Wednesday 1st November from 10am to 2pm. We will be selling affordable locks and lights, which are very practical (if not a necessity) if you cycle. On top of that, Sustrans will be at the event, promoting their Free cycling training initiative and give you valuable advice on cycling in Leeds.
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Yet again this month, come along to our free bike check-up at the Rose Bowl Atrium. Dr Bike will check your brakes, gears, and provide free cycling advice Affordable locks and lights will also be on sale.
Date: Monday 6th November
Time: 10.00 to 14.00
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Cuban-style black beans with rice and plantain
This is a tasty and colourful dish that will take you to the shores of Cuba without actually setting off to the airport! Despite sounding complicated, this meal is very easy to cook. All you need are your ingredients, cooking equipment, and a pinch of passion; your dinner will be spectacular.
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