Support and resources

This is where you can find a whole host of resources and useful links to help you cut carbon in your Schools and Departments.

Electricity Audit - the best way to get started on your Carbon Challenge journey. An audit will help you to identify where energy is being wasted and thereby help you develop a carbon cutting action plan.
Lighting and Equipment Responsibility Plan - start sharing the responsibility with this list and display it where everybody can see.
Energy saving posters and stickers - If you don't have the time to design your own posters and stickers you can download them from the Carbon Trust. Please check with you manager before displaying posters and stickers.
Eco Facts - a few facts and figures to get you thinking about NTU's carbon footprint and other impacts on the environment. Why not add one to your email signature or pass them onto your colleagues?
Workshop 1 slides - everything you need to know about the carbon challenge and getting started.
Workshop 2 slides - all about energy myths and the Christmas Switch Off.
You can use the Christmas Switch Off poster to raise awareness and give tips about switching electrical items off over the Christmas break
Christmas Conundrums - Challenge you colleagues to our carbon quiz in the run up to Christmas and dispel some energy myths!

Energy Dashboards - how is your building performing right now? See live information showing how much electricity your building is consuming, how much it costs and compare it to the previous day's usage. Find your building's log-in details to access the site. Not all building data is available yet, but they will be added soon so keep checking!
Footprint calculator - a fun and interactive way to get your colleagues to think about the impact of their lifestyle on the environment. Why not set up a calculator competition with prizes for those with the smallest footprint?
Empower - get interactive with the Carbon Trust's new Empower carbon reduction tool. The site is filled with hints and tips on how to save energy in the workplace.
Climate Change - do you want to know more about climate change and how it might affect us in the UK? Directgov's guide is a great starting point.
Carbon Footprint Infographic - A great way of visualising how much CO₂ is in all sorts of different items and activities.