Earth Week
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22 April is Earth Day! Celebrated annually, this event reminds us of the importance of helping our environment and acting on climate change. That message feels even more relevant now, which is why so many of us want to celebrate Earth Day, raise awareness, and make a difference. Every year, there’s a new theme for Earth Day that focuses our attention on a specific environmental issue.
Earth Week: enjoy our entertaining (and eco-friendly) events!
To celebrate Earth Day, the Sustainability team put on a series of events throughout the week.
Throw yourself into the eco vibe and explore your green side - planting sessions, movie night, tote bag decoration, paint and plant, sustainability seminars and more!
Protecting our planet starts with you
Take a look at our Sustainability Checklist, which includes some easy tips to help you become more environmentally conscious. Click on the links below to learn more!
What is UEL doing?
Net Zero Carbon 2030
UEL has committed to become net zero by 2030, which refers to the balance between the amount of greenhouse gases produced and the amount removed from the atmosphere.
Learn more about Net Zero Carbon 2030We reach net zero when the amount of carbon emissions we add is no more than the amount taken away.
Achieving net zero will involve reducing our emissions generated across our operations, which include emissions from:
- Gas and fuels
- Electricity
- Construction and refurbishment
- Food and catering
- Daily commute
- Business trips
- Student home travel
- Waste generated onsite
- Water consumption and wastewater treatment
- Lab equipment
- IT equipment
Get in touch
Have any questions or would like to know more? Contact sustainability@uel.ac.uk. We look forward to hearing from you!