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Latest News from Leeds Beckett
Welcome to the Sustainability Staff Newsletter October 2017
Our aim to reduce our local, national and global environmental impact by encouraging and supporting sustainable lifestyles.
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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Shuttle Bus & 'Did you know?'
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Pool Electric Bike series: Russell's story
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Green Impact
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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 UK universities, Leeds Beckett is ranked 23rd in the BriteGreen League Table. 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 our university is 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 foward for our supply chain 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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Shuttle Bus
From 16th October, the university has launched a free inter-campus shuttle bus service. In the first week, we have made 440 journeys. Note that following feedback from many members of staff, buses will run at quarter to and past the hour, from Monday 6th November.
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Did you know?
Leeds Beckett University has the pleasure to announce that it now sources the entirety of its electricity from renewable sources. Read this article to find out more about how Leeds Beckett is turning more 'sustainable'.
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Pool Electric bike series: Russell's story
Meet Russell who works in the Financial Services department. Read about what he has to say about the electric bike staff can use for business travel.
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"The bike was easier to use than I thought and I have found this option really useful"
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Green Impact
Come and join the existing Green Impact teams and register yourself in the scheme. Green Impact is a behavioural change scheme where teams undertake small tasks that make their department more eco-friendly. On a wider scale in the university, this can have a positive impact on our carbon emissions.
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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 offer free cycling advice. Affordable locks and lights are on sale too.
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 make 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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