Since joining the Student Green Office in October last year, I have had a large variety of different experiences and job roles. From helping out student societies, to writing blogs, […]
A Green Economy: What Might That Look Like?
In recent years governments and organizations across the world have recognized the threat posed by environmentally irresponsible practices, and the need to change how we work as a society. Whilst […]
Volunteering and Sustainability
Much of the work that has gone into raising awareness of sustainability related issues has been carried out by organisations that have a strong volunteering base: these include not for […]
Making a More Sustainable Business
Sustainability is a leading issue in the current business climate: with public awareness at an all-time high, businesses need to ensure that their business practices are becoming more environmentally and […]
SDG 3: Good Health and Wellbeing
The third sustainable development goal that the UN has set out is called ‘Good health and Wellbeing’. The UN states that ‘ensuring healthy lives and promoting the well-being at all […]
#actingtogether The Beauty Industry and Plastic-free Makeup Removal
There are industries that seem to be slower on the uptake than others regarding sustainability, the fast fashion industry being one of them. Another industry that seems to be struggling […]
One World Week and Fairtrade Fortnight: A Choc-Load of Fun and Info
When you think of the word ‘Fairtrade’ what’s the first thing that pops in your head? Is it bananas? Coffee? Tea? Cotton? There are a whole load of products that could […]
The First “Hunger Games”
On 20/02/2020 we ran the first “Hunger Games”. This session was run for Level 4 Tourism students as part of #SDGTeachin. The focus was on SDG2 Zero Hunger, with inevitable […]
Know your bins!
Canterbury has amazing recycling facilities in that they are able to recycle a variety of waste products for free for their residents. If you are able to recycle why not […]