Sustainability in action: United Nations Principles of Responsible Management Education (UN PRME)

Louisa Winch Renewable Energy MSc 2022-2023 Green Officer

Louisa Winch studied Chemistry at Loughborough University on a career track towards Analytical Chemistry. She joined Cranfield in 2022 to do a master’s in Renewable Energy after becoming increasingly aware of the urgency of climate action. Using the industry experience that Cranfield provides, Louisa has pivoted towards a career developing sustainable technology solutions. She is passionate about using science and technology to create a greener future.

“As Green Officer, I work to represent the student voice on all matters environment and sustainability within the university and surrounding area. With the help of the Green Team Committee, I help communicate university sustainability initiatives, run student engagement events and help others get involved in volunteering opportunities. I work closely with Becky Shepherd (Environment Officer) to communicate between students and leadership in the energy and environment team, facilities and campus services teams. Through this, I have been able to engage students in helping the university achieve their own SDG goals, such as energy saving for carbon emission reductions and zero avoidable waste to landfill by 2030. I’ve engaged with other students, particularly Green Team members, through our events, tree planting sessions, wildlife walks and monthly green film nights - mainly communicating the events through our social media channels and group

chats. Working with the Environment and Energy Team, I have been able to help students sign up and take part in our ‘Energy Champions’ competition, where students can learn and put into practice easy ways to save energy on campus and in accommodation. We have set up a simple way for students to submit their actions with evidence to score points in competition for prizes at the end of each month and have had some great submissions so far. With ongoing monitoring, I look forward to seeing the impact that this initiative has on our total energy consumption and the related carbon emission reductions.”

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