Introduction

The Environment Office (EO) was set up in 2006, and has the express aim of reducing the impact the University has on the environment, as well as working towards the University's commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility.

To this end the EO works with both internal and external stakeholders to develop strategic approaches to University projects that have a significant environmental impact, for example the construction and design of new buildings.

Part of the aim of the EO is to ensure students and staff learn to develop an awareness of, and have a respect for, the environment we live in. This is achieved in part by highlighting what steps the University is taking, and by providing information on steps that individuals can take. On this basis the Environment Office has set up the able campaign:

Are you, able to do your bit?