Energy, Climate Change & Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Climate change is caused by an increase in Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions from the burning of fossil fuels (such as coal, oil and gas) for energy. GHGs trap heat in our planet's atmosphere and cause global temperatures to rise, resulting in climate-related disasters such as extreme heatwaves, heavy flooding and reduced food harvests. 
The UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) recognize that access to energy is a cornerstone of a just society. However, in order to avoid the worst effects of climate change, this energy must come from renewable sources that do not contribute to GHG Emissions.
Our Objectives
Trinity has adopted three energy objectives to reduce our GHG Emissions:
1) Reduce Greenhouse gas emissions by 51% by 2030
2) Increase energy efficiency by 50% by 2030
3) Net Zero by 2040
Green Tips
Each of us has a responsibility to live sustainably - our Sustainability Guides are full of tips on how you can reduce your GHG Emissions!
Here are our Top 3 Green Tips for minimising your energy consumption:
- Unplug/ switch off the plug for any electrical item that is not in use. Power cords and appliances continue to draw up to 40% electricity even when they are not in use, if they are plugged in.
- Turn off unnecessary lights when a room is not in use or there is sufficient daylight.
- Heated appliances use the most electricity, so air dry as much as you can. Let your hair and clothes dry naturally instead of using electricity.
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UN Sustainable Development Goal 7 is to ensure access to affordable, reliable, and modern energy for all. UN Sustainable Development Goal 13 is to take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts. |
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