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Recycling and saving energy

How you can recycle and help save energy in Goldsmiths managed accommodation.

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This page is for residents of Loring Hall. Who to contact for other residences.

Recycling

We have waste collection points in all Loring Hall kitchens for the following: General Waste, Dry Mixed Recycling (DMR), Glass and Food Waste. We also have a reuse scheme in the main Richard Hoggart Building.

For full details please refer to our Reuse, Recycling and Waste Disposal Plan for Loring Hall.

Tetrapacks

These can be recycled, but please ensure it is rinsed and empty first.

Rinsed/clean plastic food containers

These can be recycled.

Soiled paper

Only dry, unsoiled paper can be recycled.

Coffee cups

Plastic cup lids can be recycled, and the cardboard heat strap too, so long as it’s not wet or soiled. The actual cup cannot be recycled.

Plastic milk containers

These can be recycled. They don’t need to be spotless, so long as there isn’t any milk left in them.

Paper towels and kitchen towels

These cannot be recycled.

Plastic cups and cutlery

These items can go in the recycling section of the bin if clean.

Electronic waste

Email estates (@gold.ac.uk) or call 020 7919 7121 to arrange collection.

Food waste

Waste food caddies are provided in all kitchens. 

Glass

Separate waste bins for glass bottles and jars are provided in all kitchens.

Saving energy

There are lots ways residents can help to save energy:

  • Switch off lights when you leave your room
  • Only fill the kettle with the water you need
  • Cook with lids on pans to keep in the heat
  • Wash your clothes maximising the machine’s capacity
  • Turn off your shower fully after use
  • Shower efficiently
  • Switch off appliances when not in use
  • Do not have your window open and your radiator on at the same time
  • Ventilate your room from time to time
  • Cook as a flat to conserve energy

Saving water

There are lots of ways residents can save on water consumption:

  • Wash your clothes maximising the machine’s capacity
  • Turn off your shower fully after use
  • Shower efficiently
  • Do not leave the tap running and fully secure it after use
  • Report all leaks to Estates as soon as you discover them estates (@gold.ac.uk)
  • Wash food efficiently instead of running the tap
  • Do not wash dishes by leaving the tap running