Recognising that many of our current practices are not in line with addressing the climate and ecological emergency, Lancaster Environment Centre (LEC) commits to:
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- We will reduce food waste and other waste associated with catering, e.g. by working with Green Lancaster on waste and composting initiatives, and by avoiding single-use plastics (such as bottled water, disposable cups, plates and cutlery).
- We will audit our laboratory and procurement practices to reduce the waste generated from our research.
- We will seek ways to reduce the amount of electricity, gas and water consumed by our buildings and equipment.
- We will purchase recycled and recyclable products and packaging wherever possible, and dispose of waste responsibly, prioritising re-use and recycling where possible.
- We will encourage practices which reduce our paper consumption.
These commitments have been developed by the LEC Sustainability Group in consultation with all members of the department.
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