Sustainable College Living
Climate change is the biggest environmental problem facing the world today. With carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from the average Queenslander among the highest in the world so any change to the way in which we consume will be an improvement.

The Campus Carbon Challenge provided an opportunity for College students to be part of the solution. The 10-week Challenge focussed on reductions in waste, electricity and water usage. The Colleges reduced their carbon emissions by approximately 80,000 kg is the equivalent of a car trip from Brisbane to Newcastle per person. Thank you to all students involved, however congratulations to Mt Gravatt College for winning the challenge and being awarded 20 new bicycles.
As a result of the Campus Carbon Challenge, Griffith University Campus Life won an award for the Best Student Development Program (category 4-6) in the ACUMA Incorporated Awards for Excellence in Campus Service. Griffith University Campus Life was highly recommended in the Green Gown Awards Australasia in the Student Initiatives and Campaigns category.
Latest news
In 2011, College Members will notice the following changes to the Griffith University Residential Colleges as part of Griffith Accommodation’s continued effort to encourage residents to live a more sustainable lifestyle.
- New washing lines to be installed at Bellenden Ker College as an alternative way to dry your clothes.
- Free res van service to the Saturday Rocklea Markets for KGBC and BK colleges so residents can buy fresh fruit and vegetables.
- Bus timetables to be on display in all flats and common rooms so residents are aware of the public transport options available to them from campus.
- Changes to the signage and information about recycling.
Related links
- Join us on facebook for up-to-date news feeds
- Clean Up Australia Day
- Up-cycled and recycled materials can be purchased at Reverse Garbage.
- Low Carbon Diet
- The Queensland Youth Environment Council (QYEC) provides the Queensland Government with a youth perspective on key environmental sustainability.
For more information on getting involved visit: Queensland Youth Environment Council