Hints & Tips at UniversityWe all want to do our bit. Safety, sustainability and energy efficiency are important to us all. Sometimes it’s the little things that can make a big difference, particularly when we act collectively. Here are some top tips to help students at university or college. |
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Remember to turn off the tap while brushing your teeth – a running tap wastes over 6 litres per minute.
Use a microwave. Generally a microwave oven is the most efficient way to heat up and cook food.
Boiling food on the hob? Only use the water you need to save energy.
Properly used, dishwashers use less water and energy than washing dishes by hand. However, make sure you only wash full loads and don’t pre-rinse everything in the sink first unless it really needs it.
Make sure your pans fully cover the rings on your hob to use all of the heat being provided. Use the right sized ring for the pan you are heating.
Only fill your kettle with the water you need. You will save both water and energy.