Environment Week 2011
The University's Environment Week took place between Monday 24th & Sunday 30th October 2011
During the week, various activities took place along with messages promoting living and working in a more sustainable way. In addition, an Environment and Sustainable Travel Fair took place at the Calman Learning Centre, Durham City Campus between 10am and 2pm on Monday 24th October and at the Sports Hall, Queen's Campus, Stockton between 10am and 2pm on Tuesday 25th October. There was an opportunity to learn more about environmental initiatives, details about energy, the University's recycling scheme, car sharing, cycling and lots more. Some exhibitors ran competitions and had lots of useful tips such as how you can contribute to saving energy.
A full programme of events, including walks, nordic walking, bike rides, bike maintenace session also took place throughout the week and are listed below. All activities are free of charge but some events required signing up to as there were limited numbers.
The week also saw the launch of the new Environmental Sustainability on-line training module. This is available on DUO. All staff and students are encouraged to undertake the module which has video clips and interactive activities about environmental issues at the University.
The e-Christmas card competition was also launched during the week and all staff and students were encouraged to take part.
Guess the correct number of sugar sticks in glass jars and win a Fairtrade hamper. Jars were located in the Calman Cafe, Waterside Dining Room, Cafe Aroma and all Colleges Bars at Durham. The competition ran throughout the week.
Students also held different events and activities at their individual colleges, such as Green Formals, litter picks, creating recycling sculptures.
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| Day | Event | Where & When | Audience | Extra |
| Mon 24th | Environment & Sustainable Travel Fair (D) | Room 406, Calman Learning Centre, Science Site between 10:00am - 2:00pm | All staff and students | Various Exhibitors. Everyone who attends the event will be entered into a free prize draw to win a FreeLoader Pico Solar Charger. |
| Guided Walk (Team Durham) | Meet at Bath's Bridge at 12:15pm - 1:00pm | All staff and students | Sign up required http://www.doodle.com/ukc9pucgazvt4qcb, Max 20 places No equipment needed. | |
| 'Salmon and Ships' Walk along the River Tees (Q) | Meet at Holliday Building Reception 12:00pm - 1:00pm | All staff and students | Sign up required. http://www.doodle.com/6s8t983ie2v5w55s No equipment needed. | |
| Tues 25th | Environment & Sustainable Travel Fair (Q) | Sports Hall, Queen's Campus, Stockton between 10:00am - 2:00pm | All staff and students | Various Exhibitors. Everyone who attends the event will be entered into a free prize draw to win a FreeLoader Pico Solar Charger. |
| Guided Walk along the River Tees (Q) | Meet at Holliday Building Reception 12:00pm -1:00pm | All staff and students | Sign up required http://www.doodle.com/35b3ue2raz9hvtd2, Max 20 places. No equipment needed. | |
| Guided Walk (Team Durham) | Meet at the Library on the Science Site (opposite the New Inn) at 1:15pm - 2:15pm | All staff and students | Sign up required http://www.doodle.com/ge7atdwc246za8it. Max 20 places. No equipment needed. | |
| Environment Week Cycle Ride | Maiden Castle, meet 5:15pm for a 5:30pm start. Ends at 7pm. | All staff and students | Sign up required http://www.doodle.com/cfhni2iu5x49ssr6. Max 30 places. There is a limited number of bikes that can be hired free of charge from Team Durham Tel: 0191 3342178 | |
| Wed 26th | Bike maintenance training session (Basic) (D) | Howlands Hall (Butler/Ustinov College) 12:00pm - 2:00pm |
All staff and students (max 10 people) | Sign up required. http://www.doodle.com/uw35esh8wbxxxp6w Max 10 places No equipment needed. |
| Bike maintenance training session (Basic) (Q) | Room D17 Ebsworth Building 1.00pm (1 - 1.5 hours) | All staff and students | Sign up required http://www.doodle.com/v6kkkw3s3wdzukmr. Max 10 places. No equipment needed. | |
| Conservation Volunteering session on banks of the River Tees | Meet outside the Wolfson Reserach Institute 12.45 pm. Stay for as long or as little as you like - session ends at 4.30 pm. | All staff and students | Sign up required. Staff please call 42199 and students please email queens.sca@durham.ac.uk to book a place. Please wear sturdy footware, old, warm clothing and waterproof clothing if it is raining. Glvoes and tools will be provided. | |
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Try Something New Veggie Night... |
Come and cook your favourite veggie/vegan meal, try new food and to learn new recipes! |
18:30-21:30, Alington House Kitchen/Cafe, 4 North Bailey Attendees asked for a small donation of £1.50 towards costs (Society members and those cooking/sharing food will gain free entry). Hosted by Durham University Vegetarian and Vegan Society |
Further information and sign-up details at https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=306111252738169&context=create
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| Thurs 27th | Bike maintenance training session (Advanced) (D) | Birley Room, Hatfield College, 3:00pm - 5:00pm | All staff and students (max 10 people) | Sign up required http://www.doodle.com/uw35esh8wbxxxp6w. Max 10 places. No equipment needed. |
| Nordic Walk (D) | Meet at Cricket Pavilion near Racecourse, 12:15pm - 1:00pm | All staff and students | Sign up required http://www.doodle.com/p5iugbc7g66caru6. Max 10 places. Poles provided | |
| 'The Botany of Autumn' walk around the Botanic Garden | Meet the garden side of the visitor centre at 1.00 pm. Please remember to bring along your campus card to gain free entry | All staff and students | No sign up required, just turn up on the day. | |
| Guided Walk along the River Tees (Q) | Meet at the Holliday Building Reception 1:00pm - 2:00pm | All staff and students | Sign up required http://www.doodle.com/35b3ue2raz9hvtd2, Max 20 places. No equipment needed. | |
| Fri 28th | Guided Walk (D) | Meet at Prebends Bridge 12:15pm - 1:00pm | All staff and students | Sign up required http://www.doodle.com/u5g7ewsaz4bgiv6s. Max 20 places. No equipment needed. |
| Nordic Walk (Q) | Sports Centre, Queen's Campus 12:00pm - 12:45pm | All staff and students | Sign up required http://www.doodle.com/2ua8n6cxnc8vanq5. Walking poles provided. Max 12 places | |
| Sat 29th | Bulb Planting, St Cuthbert's Hospice, Durham | Planting tulip and daffodil bulbs at St Cuthbert's Hospice, Durham
Hosted by Student Community Action as part of Make a Difference Day |
Meet at Van Mildert College Reception at 10.15am or outside St Cuthbert's Hospice at 10.30am. | Please sign up by emailing community.action@durham.ac.uk
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| Create a Wildlife Meadow | Help create a new wildlife meadow in Durham; tasks include clearing ivy to make space for wildflowers, build wildlife homes etc. | 11.00-16.00, meet outside Trevelyan Reception
Hosted by Durham University Conservation Society |
For more information, email conservation.society@durham.ac.uk
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| Sun 30th | Create a Wildlife Meadow | Help create a new wildlife meadow in Durham; tasks include clearing ivy to make space for wildflowers, build wildlife homes etc. | 11.00-16.00, meet outside Trevelyan Reception
Hosted by Durham University Conservation Society |
For more information, email conservation.society@durham.ac.uk |