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10 Ways to Make Your School a Green Campus
By:Melissa Rubin
Universities around the country are doing everything they can to become a green campus.
From the 'Reduce, Reuse, Recycle' campaign to using naturally fueled buses, being an
eco friendly campus is not only the "in" thing, but the smart thing.
There are plenty of things that universities have been doing, but there are also items that
individual students can do to make a green campus thrive and support having an eco-
lifestyle. Here are 10 environmentally friendly ideas for dorm rooms, apartments and
campus life in general to make your campus a more eco friendly campus.
1. Recycle everything, especially paper!
The amount of paper a college student goes through per semester is insane; between class
notes, scrap copies, term papers, student newspapers, graphs and pictures printed out plus
countless other random items add up. We know that these things can't be avoided, but the
way you handle the use of all the paper can really help create a better green campus.
Look for recycling bins by garbage bins, dorms, restaurants and classrooms.
2. Use your printer wisely
Teachers usually don't mind if they read papers that are printed using both sides of the
paper. This is a huge way to save on paper. Also, to save ink, use the low quality settings
on items that don't need to look too nice or that are just text. Lastly, think about what
you're printing out. If you can show someone the website on a screen, do it. You don't
need to print it out.
3. Limit the use of disposable cups and plates
Whether you're in a dorm or moving into your first off-campus apartment, the temptation
to buy disposable cups and plates is huge. However, this not only is bad for the
environment, but it's bad for your student finances as well. Buy cheaper plastic plates and
cups; one package usually has four sets which are generally enough for one set of
roommates. Wash these by hand or throw them in the dish washer if you have one (and
remember to only run the washer when it is full to save water).
4. Limit the use of paper napkins
We're not telling you to eat cleaner, but we're telling you to not overdo it. Generally, a lot
of fast food and take out is eaten by college students, which means a lot of napkins get