News flash! New student accommodation opening in Colchester
We're excited to announce that Host will be the operating company behind a new student accommodation facility being developed on Magdalen Street, Colchester.
9 tips for living with less plastic at university
Plastic is all around us; in your home, university, shops, restaurants and even as you walk down the high street you’ll pass plastic products. But unfortunately, each year approximately 8.8 million tons of plastic waste ends up in the World’s oceans which endangers wildlife, pollutes the water, and puts human health at risk.
Some plastic products are hard wearing and used for long-term purposes. However, approximately 40% of the plastic waste is made up of single-use plastic items. This includes items such as straws, water bottles and bags. But with just a few small changes to your day-to-day life, you can help to make a big difference towards reducing the amount of plastic waste that ends up in the ocean. Below we’ve pulled together a few things you can do to reduce your use of plastic…
Keep an eye on our News page for more tips and advice on university living and student life. If you’ve got a question or would like to find out more about our student accommodation, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help.
#HostEnvironmentalPledge. Getting serious about the environment we live in.
To become more ‘environmentally friendly’, Host is launching the #HostEnvironmentalPledge campaign to encourage responsible behaviour and drive sustainability across our sites throughout the UK and Ireland.
It’s a simple campaign! If we can reduce our overall utilities (electric, water and gas) consumption by 1% then we will donate £10,000, 2% reduction means £20,000, 3% is £30,000 and so on, to 3 charities; Student Minds, LandAid and Just a Drop.
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News flash! Moving out? Help us help others
If you’re getting ready to check out of your accommodation, and have any unwanted items, help save lives and donate them to British Heart Foundation.