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An introduction to Green Impact. Ellen Holmes ejh43@le.ac.uk (0116) 252 2849. Green Impact Overview. Run by the NUS and the EAUC Over 620 Green Impact teams in 2010/2011 43 institutions signed up for 2011/2012. Green Impact at the University of Leicester. Signed up in 2009
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An introduction to Green Impact Ellen Holmes ejh43@le.ac.uk (0116) 252 2849
Green Impact Overview • Run by the NUS and the EAUC • Over 620 Green Impact teams in 2010/2011 • 43 institutions signed up for 2011/2012
Green Impact at the University of Leicester • Signed up in 2009 - 2009/2010 – 17 teams - 2010/2011 – 16 teams
What does Green Impact involve? • Workbook • Waste and Recycling • Energy and Carbon • Sustainable procurement • Sustainable transport • Communicating sustainability
What does Green Impact involve? • Timeline • November – launch workbook • November-February – complete workbook • March – auditing • May – Award Ceremony
What does Green Impact involve? • Awards • Bronze – 18 criteria • Silver – 15 criteria • Gold – bonus criteria
Why get involved? • Staff Rewards and recognition for actions More power to make a difference Fosters community spirit Interdepartmental cooperation
Why get involved? • Students Increase employability skills Professional experience Have a voice in your department Meet other staff and students