Kingston committing to a sustainable future
Will Arnot
According to the latest data published in the People and Planet university league, KU is currently ranked 73rd of all UK universities, achieving a score of 44.8 per cent. While…
Tips to reduce your food wastage
Alexandra J Raikov
Have you ever opened the fridge to see two-week-old fruit rotting at the back? You are not alone. So much of the food we buy ends up in the bin.…
How to build sustainable habits that last
Emily S Kimber
Many people believe it takes 21 days to form a habit. However, according to one study on habit forming, it can take an average of 66 days. The truth is…
Vegan promise: KU students are struggling to adapt to the lifestyle
Elijah Cruz
A survey commissioned by the plant-based cheese brand, Nurishh, found that over a third of Brits wanted to switch to a plant-based diet this year, but over a third of…
Make your period more sustainable with reusable sanitary products
Malin Lervaag
As part of sustainability week, Union of Kingston Students held a stall in the reception at Penrhyn Road on Tuesday providing students with free reusable sanitary products. The goal was…
Five local spots to fulfil your sustainable desires
Martine A Hess
It is sustainability week at KU, which makes it the perfect time to reflect on our personal environmental efforts. What is important to remember, however, is the need for year-round…
Climate protests: action not disruption will get people onside
Jamelia S Brown
Insulate Britain and Extinction Rebellion are two climate change protest groups, infamous for causing disruption. Last year, Insulate Britain became a household name when they disrupted the M25 and other…
Raising student awareness of sustainabilty
Harry Brogan
Kingston University has a commitment to sustainability through education and teaching, research and operations and is a member of various UK institutions which promote sustainable activity. But how much are…
Five documentaries you need to watch about sustainability
Tara Rashica
In the last decade the word sustainability has slowly been cropping up more and more. We hear it everywhere now, the fashion and beauty industry, hospitality, how we travel to…
Is veganism sustainable and affordable?
Naturally most people want to take the right action to help the planet and being vegan is offered as a sustainable way to help nature. The dietary choice has been…