ANU Green, ANU Facilities and Services Division: ANU Water Footprint
Help create a water footprint for the ANU by assessing the University’s water usage and identifying areas for improvement.
Student opportunity type
Degree level
About
ANU Green is the environmental team within ANU Facilities and Services. We are tasked with promoting sustainability and reducing the environmental impact of the University’s operations.
Project: ANU Water Footprint
| Internship details | |
| Internship Availability | Semester 1, 2025 |
| Internship Discipline/s | Environmental Science |
| Internship Level | 3rd year Undergraduate and Postgraduate Coursework preferred |
| Available to International Students | Yes |
| Preferred Project Skills: |
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| Clearances Required | No |
| Host Supervisor | Daniel Hunt, Manager, Environmental Assessment and Training T: 0414837870 |
| Location | Anthony Low Building (#124) – Level 3, Garran Road, Acton, ANU |
| Project Opportunities/Benefits for the Intern | The intern will gain hands-on experience in environmental research, data analysis, and report writing. They will also have the opportunity to contribute to the University’s sustainability efforts and the targets of the ANU’s Environmental Management Plan. |
Summary:
The intern will be tasked with creating a comprehensive water footprint for the Australian National University (ANU), following the guidelines set out in the Water Footprint Assessment Manual. This project aims to assess the University’s water usage and identify areas for improvement.
The project will be divided into several phases:
1. Research and Planning: The intern will start by familiarising themselves with the Water Footprint Assessment Manual and understanding the methodology for calculating water footprints. They will also need to identify the key data requirements and plan how to collect this data.
2. Data Collection: The intern will collect data on various aspects of water usage at ANU, including but not limited to, water consumption in buildings, irrigation, and other facilities. This may involve liaising with different departments within the University to gather the necessary data.
3. Data Analysis: The intern will analyse the collected data to calculate the water footprint. This will involve applying the methodologies from the Water Footprint Assessment Manual to the data.
4. Report Writing: The intern will prepare a detailed report presenting the findings of the water footprint assessment. The report should include an overview of the methodology used, a presentation of the data and calculations, and a discussion of the results.
5. Recommendations: Based on the findings, the intern will identify areas where water usage could be reduced and suggest possible strategies for achieving these reductions.
The scope of the project may evolve based on the findings and other factors. The intern will be expected to adapt to these changes and adjust their approach as necessary.
This project offers a valuable opportunity for students interested in environmental science and sustainability to gain hands-on experience in conducting a water footprint assessment and contribute to the University’s sustainability efforts.