Energy Consumption
Leeds Arts University energy consumption (both gas and electricity) is decreasing on average by 6% year on year. Over the last 3 academic years there has been an overall reduction in energy consumption of 18%. This is due to raised awareness and individuals taking responsibility for turning off lights, air conditioning units and computers, along with the use of more energy efficient technology throughout the University.
CO2 Emissions
Through activities associated with managing the estate, the University has reduced CO2 emission by 23% since the academic year 2012-13. Emissions are decreasing on average by 8% year on year. The University are also working to improve recycling rates, source local and sustainable food for refectories and install low energy technology across the estate.
Waste Statistics
The University continue to increase recycling rates and reduce waste produced regardless of an increase in student numbers and estate size over the last 3 years. Since 2012-13 the University decreased overall waste production by 78%.
84% of waste produced was diverted away from landfill through recycling initiatives and creating energy from 2012-13 to 2015-16. 81% of our waste in 2015-16 was recycled, a 5% increase from 2014-15.
9% of waste created by University activities was used to create energy in 2015-16.
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