How to Save Energy as a Hello Student: Your Guide to Sustainable Living
By Hello Student
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As a Hello Student, you’re not just a student, you’re part of a community committed to sustainable living. By making small changes to your daily routine, you can significantly reduce your energy consumption and contribute to a greener future.
Read on to find out a few easy tips and simple things you can do to live more sustainably during your stay at Hello Student.
Why save energy?
Environmental impact
Using less energy helps protect our planet. When we use less energy, we produce fewer greenhouse gases that cause climate change. This helps slow down global warming and reduce things like rising sea levels and extreme weather. Plus, many energy sources, like oil and gas, are limited. By using energy wisely, we can make these resources last longer and protect the environment.
Supporting Hello Student’s sustainability goals
While you’re focused on your studies and career goals, we’re working to create a more sustainable world for you to thrive in. By following these tips, you’re actively contributing to Hello Student’s commitment to a more sustainable future.
Practical tips for energy savings
Heating and cooling
Close Doors and Windows:
Prevent heat from escaping by keeping doors and windows closed, especially at night.
Smart Heating:
Your smart heating is set to a maximum temperature. Make sure you know how to use your smart heating to understand it. Remember you can turn off your heating when you are not there.
Water usage
Shorter showers:
A quick shower can save a significant amount of water and energy.
Leaky taps:
Leaky taps can sometimes happen. Make sure to report any leaky taps to your accommodation team and they will get the maintenance team to come and fix it as soon as possible.
Electricity
Unplug Electronics:
When not in use, unplug chargers, laptops, and other electronics to avoid phantom power consumption.
Energy-Efficient Lighting:
Use the energy-efficient lighting provided by Hello Student.
Turn Off Lights:
Make it a habit to turn off lights when you leave a room.
Mindful Living
Cook efficiently:
Use pots and pans that match the size of your stove top burner to avoid wasting energy.
Cook in bulk:
Cooking larger meals and storing leftovers can save energy and time.
A greener future at Hello Student
We’re excited to be part of a greener future! At Hello Student, we’re committed to reducing our environmental impact and creating a more sustainable living environment for you. That’s why we’ve introduced smart heating systems in our buildings. These systems help us optimise energy usage, keeping your accommodation comfortable while minimising our carbon footprint.
We’re also encouraging you to be part of the change. By implementing the simple changes we’ve mentioned above, you can significantly reduce your energy consumption and contribute to a more sustainable future. Remember, every small step counts! Together, we can make a difference for the planet and enjoy a cosy, eco-friendly living experience.
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