Save energy, save resources - switch off before you leave
Posted on 12 March 2025
Why is this important?
Our annual utility bill amounts to a staggering £13 million, translating to over £35,000 spent each day. To reduce our carbon emissions by 1,586 TCO2e (equivalent to £1 million), we are committed to further cutting energy use in 2025. The Easter break switch-off campaign will play a key role in this effort. Small changes from everyone can have a big impact.
The Accommodation checklist
Before leaving your accommodation for the Easter break, please remember to (where possible):
- Switch off lights
- Close windows
- Set radiator thermostats to frost (turn radiator dial to star setting*)
- Switch off monitors and laptops
- Unplug mobile phone chargers
- Switch off TV completely
- Switch off electrical items
- Switch off any heaters
- Check for other appliances that can be switched off
Find out more
Find out more about our Energy Saving Campaign, including how to get involved and how a small change has a big impact. Visit our Lower energy wastage on campus page for more tips.
If you have any questions about the Easter break switch off please reach out to sustainability@york.ac.uk