Are you new at KTH? Are you looking for some sustainable activities and alternatives as you move in? Or are you leaving KTH and want to do so in a sustainable way?
Then you are in the right place! We've gathered here some of the most popular & student-friendly options for you to explore. Enjoy! ;)
Good stuff on a budget
Secondhand shopping is very common in Sweden. Simply visit one of the shops nearby and you'll be surprised of what you can find!
Non-commercial store(s)
for student residents
Students in Lappis and Kungshamra can visit the store at their opening hours and grab some household stuff left by neighbors. FREE!
Local map of different types of resource sharing
Discover initiatives that make it easy to rent, share, exchange, borrow, give and get!
Peer-to-peer channels
Facebook groups and Marketplace are popular ways to find secondhand things on sale directly from the owners.
The necessity for your survival
Finding microwave ovens on campus at lunch time can be tricky. Use this map below to make your life a bit easier:
No more single-use coffee cups
Why wasting single-use paper cups when you can use a returnable one? Here is how you can enjoy your coffee-to-go with less environmental impact:
Join the mission to stop food waste
You can get some discounted (or free) food that's still in good quality. Save your money and the planet at the same time!
What goes where?
It's always good to categorize your waste before going to the recycling station. Take a look at some general guidelines here:
They take everything!
Some waste is hazardous and does not go in the norma bin. Find your nearest recycling station to get rid of paint, broken furniture or other uncommon waste!
Join the Zero Waste movement
All sorts of information about how to live a zero-waste lifestyle in Stockholm.
Inspirational stories and tips from other students