The University of Sheffield has installed a Reverse Vending Machine (RVM), which will give you a token every time you recycle a plastic bottle or aluminium can.
All that has to be done is to take empty container to the RVM in the Arts Tower and enter it into the machine, which scans and then crushes the can or bottle.
A token receipt for 5 per cent off a hot drink at eatwithUS outlets across the campus will then be issued.
Sheffield is the first city in Yorkshire to install an RVM, and the University hopes it will be an extra incentive for staff and students to recycle.
Plastic and tins from the Information Commons are already recycled by the University, along with cardboard and paper from across the campus.
The University of Sheffield has been praised for recognising the green agenda after winning awards for its water minimisation plan.
It works with the Carbon Trust to reduce its carbon footprint, gains a large majority of its electricity from renewable energy sources, and has transport initiatives to encourage staff not to drive to work.
Pat McGrath, Director of Accommodation and Campus Services (ACS) said: "As well as encouraging our customers to recycle, we hope that local businesses will follow our lead and take a step towards a greener future."
RVMs are supplied by Reverse Vending Corporation, which has installed over 19,000 RVMs throughout Europe. The machine can hold up to 2,000 cans and bottles in separate bins before it needs emptying.
Its technology recognises if anything else is entered into the machine, and rejects containers which are partially-full.
"The offering of incentive-based recycling is an innovative idea and it’s great to have Yorkshire’s first Reverse Vending Machine here at the University," said Pat McGrath.
"Each time a student, staff member or visitor decides to recycle their used drinks container, they will get cheaper drinks in return."
The machine is located in the Plaza Café area of the Arts Tower, with traditional recycling bins.
Fiona White
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