Reduce Packaging Waste
Bring your own water bottle and refill it at the water fountains on campus or at any University-owned food and drink outlet to help reduce plastic bottle waste.
Switch to a reusable cup for your hot drinks and skip the 20p charge for a single-use cup at any University-owned food and drink outlet to help reduce disposable cup waste.
You can buy Lancaster University branded reusable cups at Restore on Alexandra Square or at any University-owned food and drink outlet.
Declutter and Donate
Our physical environment greatly impacts our mental and emotional state, and decluttering your living space can create a sense of order and organisation, which reduces stress, improves focus, and allows you to relax and recharge.
Additionally, decluttering often leads to the discovery of items that can be recycled or repurposed, further contributing to our wellbeing by promoting sustainability and instilling a sense of connection to the environment.
Donate items to the Recycling Centre at Restore on Alexandra Square.
Volunteering at Restore
Volunteering allows us to connect with others, contribute to our community, and gives us purpose. By dedicating time and skills to helping others, volunteers experience personal growth, new experiences, different perspectives, and positive challenges; all of which boost mental and emotional wellbeing.
Helping others through volunteering can reduce stress, improve self-esteem, and have physical health benefits while making a meaningful impact.
Visit Restore on Alexandra Square to enquire about volunteering opportunities.
Sustainable Self-care
Choosing plastic-free alternatives for our personal care products not only prioritises our wellbeing but also contributes to the preservation of our environment. By making a conscious choice to opt for refillable or biodegradable toiletries, we actively reduce our carbon footprint and minimise waste, demonstrating care and responsibility towards the planet.
Visit Restore on Alexandra Square to browse sustainable self-care products.