Carbon Literacy In Worcestershire Libraries written by Heather Sykes, a project led by students Lauren Balukonis, Adam Marsh, Amy Ngan, and Blake Pedersen in 2022, and a further project led by students Shannon Daly, Thomas… Carbon Literacy In Worcestershire Libraries
Written by and photographs by Heather Sykes At SusThingsOut, we got the opportunity to visit the RSPB Loch Garten Nature Reserve and talk to a volunteer there. The site is a beautiful haven of wildlife… RSPB Volunteering: Life on a Nature Reserve
The SolarButterfly: A Self-Sustainable World Tour. Written by Rosie Bramwell The self-sufficient SolarButterfly is making its world tour, and it visited our team at Cathedral Square on the 1st June 2022. “It was only some… The SolarButterfly: A Self-Sustainable World Tour
Britain’s 2nd University Station: will it be Worcester? research done by and written by Jake Byrnes, Nicole Dressler, Mionna Green, Nick Stone, and Elisabeth Whittemore, edited and co-written by Heather Sykes Background Public transportation is… Britain’s 2nd University Station: will it be Worcester?
Save Water Drop by Drop with Five Top Tips by Heather Sykes We all know how important it is to save water. Not only do we have a global eco-crisis, but we also are dealing… Save Water Drop by Drop with Five Top Tips
Cost of Living Energy Saving Tips For Students written by Daniel Bridges and edited by Heather Sykes On the evening of Tuesday 24th of January, I had the pleasure of interviewing a retired local engineer, Paul… Cost of Living Energy Saving Tips For Students
Worcester Repair Cafe: Let’s Waste Less research done by and written by Mikulas Vinar and edited and co-written by Heather Sykes Worcester Repair Cafe is a monthly event where a group of volunteers repair broken… Worcester Repair Cafe: Let’s Waste Less
Youth Geography: An Interview With Dr Paula J Meth interviewed and written by Heather Sykes. Illustration by Joe Toft and photographs by Mark Lewis. At the University of Worcester, we had a guest come to… Youth Geography: An Interview With Dr Paula Meth
With an average of over 5000 spines, their powerful sense of smell, and their tendency to travel up to two miles a night as they forage (read more here), hedgehogs are consistently recognised as one of our most-loved wildlife animals in the UK.
Driving for Sustainability with Electric Vehicles written by Ari Bissoondial, Katy Hartmann, Sage Ortega-Shue, Jolie Walts and edited by Heather Sykes. Graphic by Ira Spiridonova. The UK has set some aims to work on improving… Driving for Sustainability with Electric Vehicles
In March this year, the Department of Geography at the University of Worcester held its annual public conference that focuses on a specific theme in global development. The conference, organised collaboratively with the local Beacons… Global Development in a Post-COVID-19 World
Activities included: much needed cuddle time with therapy dogs, plant give-aways, live vegan cooking, seed bomb making and much more…
The University of Worcester works with a local community farm, The Fold, to help spread the message on how inappropriate land use can damage soils. Written by Katy Boom. Edited by Rosie Bramwell. Globally, the… The Fold: “how inappropriate land use can damage soils”
University of Worcester’s geography students visited Duck Brook to help the City Council and local environmental groups monitor the local aquatic ecosystem. Written by Katy Boom and Dr Sian Evans. Edited by Rosie Bramwell. Duck… Students monitor the local aquatic ecosystem in Duck Brook
When we discuss fashion’s effect on the environment, we rarely look to our everyday chores as the culprit. When we carelessly wash our clothes, we diminish their quality against the advice right before our eyes. We weaken the elastic, the cloth, and the overall durability. By understanding how to treat different fabrics and garments we can tackle the negative environmental effects of fast fashion as we wear our clothes longer and don’t feel the need to buy more.
There are many benefits to repairing your clothes. It saves you money! Constantly replenishing your wardrobe burns a huge hole in your wallet. Buying or borrowing a sewing kit is an investment into a sustainable wardrobe.
‘Concerned about the clothing crisis? Reduce your plastic pollution’ written by Trudi Holland, edit and images by Becky Adams Three easy tips to reduce your plastic pollution with your wardrobe Did you know that you could be… Concerned about the clothing crisis? Reduce your plastic pollution
Concerned about the climate crisis? Cut your textile waste written by Dominic Parry, edited and images by Heather Sykes Clothes are a necessity; they show our personality and individual style. They can hold more value… Concerned about the climate crisis? Cut your textile waste
Tired of throwing out clothes you used to love and spending a small fortune to replace them? Fear not; all you need are fabric scissors, a needle, some thread, and your old clothes.
‘Concerned about the clothing crisis? Hold your favourite brands accountable’ written by Hannah Edgar, edit and images by Becky Adams Hold your favourite brands accountable We can shop more ethically by making smart choices about… Concerned about the clothing crisis? Hold your favourite brands accountable