It's Energy Saving Week - save energy and money!
This week is National Energy Saving Week and we want to remind you how small actions can make a difference to both the environment and your electricity bills.
This week is National Energy Saving Week, and we want to remind you how you can make a difference to both the environment and your electricity bills by doing small things. Here are a few easy tips for saving energy:
- Turn off the lights: make the most of daylight and remember to turn off the lights when you leave the room.
- Unplug appliances. Unplug chargers and other electrical appliances to reduce unnecessary consumption.
- Choose energy-efficient appliances: although they may cost a little more, energy-efficient appliances use less electricity in the long run.
- Make use of residual heat: When cooking, using residual heat and favouring the microwave will reduce energy consumption.
- Adjust fridge and freezer temperatures: Correctly set temperatures prevent unnecessary energy consumption.
- Keep the room temperature moderate: Consider using a blanket or sweater if the room feels cool, rather than raising the temperature.
- Move smart: Cycle or walk short distances - it saves energy and improves your well-being at the same time.
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Ecological sustainability policy has been updated – AYY transitions to a plant-based policy
Aalto University Student Union (AYY) has updated its ecological sustainability policy, which supports AYY’s daily operations. The new document directs AYY to serve plant-based food and drinks at its events. In the future, food waste will be minimised, and 30 percent of air and ship travel costs will be offset towards environmental activities.
AYY is taking steps to improve equity in its operations – new equity plan approved by RepCo
Aalto University Student Union has an equity plan, first in AYY’s history, that was approved in the Representative Council meeting on 21.11.2024. Equity plan will guide AYY towards more accessible and inclusive ways for our students to participate in AYY’s events and operations.
Good news for residents in shared apartments: Here’s how you can receive your own housing allowance while living in a friends’ apartment!
A joint liability rental agreement may affect the housing allowance, as Kela typically grants only one housing allowance for a shared household, which is influenced by the income of both residents. However, residents in friends’ apartments may receive separate housing allowances if Kela reviews them as separate households. This requires tenants with a joint liability rental agreement to draft a mutual possession agreement for the apartment and submit it as an appendix with their housing allowance application to Kela. Tenants draft the possession agreement by themselves.