JULY 2019 ISSUE 053
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UNI PULLS THE PLUG ON SINGLE-USE PLASTIC December 2020 set as final date to combat the climate crisis By KEVIN GOVER News Editor THE University of Winchester has announced a pledge to eliminate all single-use plastic from the campus within 18 months as part of a mission to tackle the climate emergency. Vice Chancellor Joy Carter is calling on individuals and the higher education sector to stand up and take action: “We are facing a global crisis and it’s time we all did more. Eliminating unnecessary single-use plastic is just one of many initiatives here at the University to minimise our environmental impact and make a positive difference to the world.” The pledge will take effect across offices and teaching spaces, catering and sporting facilities, and halls of residence. Single-use plastic will be replaced where there is a viable alternative. The University will also work with
Stand up and take action - be inspired by the Greta Thunbergs of this world
suppliers to identify items that are not made from recycled material and are not recyclable. There will also be a new ‘zero waste’ shop, as part of the West Downs development on Romsey Road in Winchester. From early 2020, staff, students and members of the local community will be welcome to do their grocery shopping on campus. “As a University, we have a responsibility to ensure we actively engage in sustainable practices ourselves, but we are committed to ensure our impact goes far beyond this. I encourage every individual, organisation and sector to stand up and take action. “Be inspired and empowered by the Greta Thunbergs of this world; take the lead from school children who are protesting for change. We need to be positive, peaceful activists to collectively combat the challenges faced as part of the climate emergency.”
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Air ambulance benefits from Southampton Airport temporary runway closure
One thousand people volunteered their time at a ridiculous hour on a recent Sunday morning to run 5k along the runway at Southampton Airport and raise money for the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance. Flights in and out of the airport were grounded for the duration so that there was no danger to any runners. Congratulations to all involved for raising £25,000 for the charity which relies entirely on donations to keep flying.
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