The University Library is dedicated to the University policy of Environmental Sustainability and has undertaken several initiatives in order to "Reduce, Reuse and Recycle" and save our environment.
Currently the Library undertakes the following initiatives on a daily basis.
- Using Energy Star Ratings as a selection criteria for the purchase of technology
- Providing a standard "Green" model desktop computer for staff
- Using recycled paper (minimum 50%) for printers and copiers.
- Encouraging staff to turn off lights and monitors wherever feasible
- Shutting down multifunction devices, photocopiers and printers when the Library closes
- Using natural lighting where feasible or using fluorescent lighting otherwise.
- Using video conferencing and car pooling where feasible.
- Use rechargable batteries where possible
- Trialling desktop video conferencing and communications software
- When replacing existing printing and copying equipment, providing duplex printing options
- Providing paper and cardboard recycling to all staff and students
- Offering facilities and pickup for the
- Recycling of toner cartridges
- Recycling of batteries
- Recycling of mobile phones
- Waste Recycle Bins for glass and metal
- Collaborating with ITS for disposal of general eWaste on specific days.
- Researching and evaluating new sustainable IT technologies and practices
With facilities in place for staff and clients of the Library, we hope that everyone will adopt
the mantra of "Reduce, Reuse and Recycle".
Sustainability Tips
- When leaving a room, turn off all monitors, lights and place computers and printers into sleep mode.
The energy saved from just these simpe actions is significant. Read the document
What can I do to save energy ? (PDF 26.7KB)
- Make sure you turn off taps ( Dripping water is wasted water )
- Take the stairs, rather than the lift It is a healthier option.
- Walk to work or use pubic transport where feasible. Where not carpool, it will
save you money and help the environment.
- Use all recycle facilities available but do not place general waste in a recycle bin.
It contaminates the contents and meaning it all becomes "general waste"
"Think before you print"
- Can you get by using an electronic version rather than a printed one ?
- Print and Photocopy on both sides of a page
- Where paper only has printing on one side, use the back as note paper
For more information on Sustainability at the University of Tasmania click on the following link
Property Services - Sustainability
