Waste and recycling
In the 2023/24 academic year, the university produced a total of 1,817 tonnes of waste – a significant reduction from 2,512 tonnes in 2022/23. This decrease reflects changes in how our estate is used as well as increased recycling.
Of the total waste generated, 43% was recovered on site for recycling, while just over 10% was sent to landfill continuing our commitment to minimising waste disposal in line with our Environmental Policy.
We also collected 101 tonnes of food waste, an increase from 96 tonnes in 2022/23, from across our campuses and catered halls. All our food waste is processed locally through anaerobic digestion, generating renewable energy and producing biofertiliser for use on farmland.
We’re proud of this progress, but we know there’s more to do. With your support by reducing, reusing, and recycling wherever possible we can continue to cut waste, save resources, and make Nottingham a truly sustainable university.
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The best way to stop sending waste to landfill is to stop producing so much waste in the first place. Think before you buy items and try to reduce the amount of consumables you use.
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