How can you save energy and take control of your costs?

CSR initiatives in FAC-HABITAT student residences

Here at FAC-HABITAT we believe we all have a responsibility towards the environment and future generations - and that’s why we're introducing CSR initiatives in our student residences. These measures are designed to raise our tenants’ awareness about the small, simple everyday things they can do in support of sustainable development.

We’re rolling out a range of initiatives in selected student residences. We want residents to share and exchange, which is why we’ve created spaces where you can trade and swap items to give objects a second life and shrink their ecological footprint. In addition, we encourage residents to do some gardening by creating shared gardens and composts together. This then helps promote biodiversity and creates a friendly atmosphere between tenants and FAC-HABITAT staff - in other words, it’s a way of combining practicality with pleasure!

Helping students learn about eco-friendly habits

Last but not least, we offer students practical, simple tips to raise their awareness about adopting daily environment-friendly habits to cut down on their energy costs. From cooking and heating to lighting and water, we give you tips that work for taking on more responsible behaviour in your everyday lives.

The kitchen is one of those places where energy consumption is often at its highest. Here are a handful of tips to help you save energy in this crucial space:

Cooking: the kitchen is one of the places where energy consumption is often highest. Here are a few tips for saving energy in this crucial space: Saving energy in the kitchen (PDF, 77 KB).

Heating: heating accounts for a hefty part of the energy bill in plenty of homes. Here's how to bring it down: Saving on your heating (PDF, 78 KB).

Lighting: lighting also represents a significant part of domestic energy consumption. Here's how to reduce it: Saving on your lighting (PDF, 70 KB).

Water and washing: laundry, doing the dishes and showering are everyday household tasks that can also use up a lot of energy. Here's how to save money: Saving on your washing (PDF, 71 KB).

If you follow these simple but effective tips, you can cut your energy consumption and take control of your expenses while helping to save the environment. Every little bit counts to ensure you have a more sustainable, low-cost home!