It's Waste Action Week
Posted on 17 February 2025
This year, all Colleges at the University of York are competing in the College Sustainability Challenge—a university-wide competition focused on sustainability in student residences. This week is Waste Action Week, dedicated to reducing waste and promoting sustainable habits.
Throughout this week, there are lots of ways to get involved, including competitions, a quiz, and top tips to reduce waste. Enter to be in with the chance of winning one of ten £5 vouchers!
- Competition: What would help you to recycle more in halls?
- Competition: Re-order the 5 Rs (you don’t have to get it right to win, just give it a go!).
- Quiz: Moving out and reducing waste – find out more about how to move out sustainably, and keep waste to a minimum.
What is the College Sustainability Challenge?
The College Sustainability Challenge provides advice to help you live more sustainably, with regular competitions and free training and online resources. As well as taking personal action to reduce your carbon footprint, you will also be helping your residence win the overall competition, with the most sustainable residence getting a prize at the end of the year!
Get involved with Waste Action Week