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Think green at RMIT

RMIT University is committed to reducing its carbon footprint and providing a safe and "green" university for students and staff.

RMIT is fostering a "think green" culture within the University community and beyond and encourages staff, students and the general public to make changes in their day-to-day lives, both at work and at home, to minimise their impact on the environment.

Data and targets

• RMIT produced 63,890 t-CO2 of greenhouse gas emissions in 2010*
• ATN greenhouse gas reduction target of 25% by 2020, based on 2007 levels
• We need to save approximately 175kg CO2-e per student to reach the 2020 target.

*Excluding 20% green power purchase

Latest news

	LCA validates SMART Pack's green credentials A comprehensive Life Cycle Assessment conducted at RMIT University is behind the launch this month of Nestlé Oceania's new NESCAFÉ Gold SMART Pack - an alternative coffee packaging that offers consumers a simple way to reduce their impact on the environment. 01/02/2012
	A Christmas gift for Thankyou Water MBA students from RMIT University have raised $1,500 for Thankyou Water. 20/12/2011
	Rapid pesticide detection tool for cleaner water A rapid screening tool developed by an RMIT University doctoral researcher could enable the instant detection of pesticide residues in Australia’s water catchments. 15/12/2011