In a tweet, released on the 18th March 2021, Plymouth Marjon University have claimed that they have had a successful application resulting them receiving £1.8 million so that they can decarbonise their campus.
Not only will they be reducing their carbon footprint, but Marjon will also be reducing their costs in electricity- this will be done through the installation of solar panels and LED lights.
♻️ Following a successful application, we’ve received £1.8million to decarbonise our campus!
Through installing solar panels and LED lights, we’re reducing our costs and environmental impact.
Plus, the work has already started!
The full story: https://t.co/2lRw5az6FP pic.twitter.com/V7xGi4OCfN
— Plymouth Marjon Uni (@marjonuni) March 18, 2021
Over the course of the installation, scaffolding has been built up, surrounding the affected halls of accommodation. For some students, the noise has been disruptive- not only to their sleep but to their online lectures.
Accommodation Officer, Alison Spencer, recently emailed the affected students across the multitude of halls, informing them that “there have been some unavoidable changes to the original schedule for the solar panel works”- showing the great communication between staff and students at Marjon.
Concluding the email that showed the dates of which works will take place or scaffolding will be put up/taken down, sincerity is shown to those affected through the ending line of- “We realise this has been disruptive and really appreciate your patience in this.”.
The application was accepted by the Salix Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme, provided by the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS). Reducing carbon emissions is something that businesses are hoping to do in the future, improving their public image whilst benefitting themselves.
Director of Estates, John Bailey, has said that “It’s great to be making changes that will be helping towards the long-term protection of the planet and wildlife that we see every day”- showing the love that he has toward Plymouth’s natural features.
That’s a whole lotta solar power going up on our rooves @marjonuni
Inspecting 180 installed panels today 1,888 panels to go!
☀️☀️☀️#ZeroCarbon #Sustainability
Thanks @SalixFinance
(Sorry about the hat!) pic.twitter.com/5DrIlhJkwR
— John Bon Jailey (@JohnBonJailey) March 9, 2021
Similarly to Bailey’s views, Vice-Chancellor, Professor Rob Warner added: “This is a wonderful opportunity for Marjon to go greener, and a decisive step in our response to the climate emergency.”
Financially, it is estimated that the energy saving installations will also reduce Marjon’s energy bill by around £400,000 a year. Alongside this benefit, Marjon will be saving approximately 300 tonnes of carbon, which is an 18% reduction of the campus’ current output- illustrating how progressive Marjon is in terms of the protection of our futures.
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It is clear that Marjon has taken significant steps to reduce its carbon emissions and has received help from the Salix Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme, provided by the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS).
This demonstrates how progressive they are in terms of the protection of our future environment.
I appreciate Marjon’s dedication to helping protect our planet and wildlife.
Director of Estates John Bailey praised this action as a “wonderful opportunity” that “will be helping towards the long-term protection of the planet.”
These kind words further show how much passion he has for preserving Earth’s natural features.
On top of that, Vice-Chancellor Professor Rob Warner was equally enthused and spoke of Marjon’s response to the climate emergency.
The installation of energy-saving features is beneficial for the environment and financially – it is estimated that the university will reduce its energy bills by around £400,000 a year!
This demonstrates how much of an impact something such as this can have on our planet and economy simultaneously. It is a remarkable achievement.
Overall, it is beautiful that Marjon has taken action toward protecting our environment and setting an excellent example for other universities.
Sustainability initiatives like these should be encouraged to protect our planet for future generations.