Sustainability Tips
If you are interested in learning more about sustainability at ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½Æƽâ°æÏÂÔØ or would like to get involved with sustainability programs, visit the Environmental Center for more information on how to get started.
Energy
- Turn off lights when not in use and unplug unused appliances.
- Turn your mini-fridge thermostat up to 38°FÌý(level 3) which keeps your food nice and fresh, and saves energy.
- Use CFLs versus incandescent light bulbs (they use 75% less energy).
Water
- Fill up your reusable water bottle at refill stations in the residence halls and all dining operations.
- Wash only full loads of laundry and use cold water.
- Turn off the water when brushing your teeth and consider taking shorter showers.
- Report water and energy waste (leaky faucets, etc.) throughÌý.
Resources
- Bring reusable bags when shopping locally and avoid plastic disposable bags whenever possible.
- Avoid purchasing products with excessive or unsustainable packaging.
- Purchase items that are reusable or repurposed, and donate unwanted items to thrift stores and community assistance partners to minimize items going into landfills.
- Visit theÌýÌýfor tons more tips and information.
Food
- Bring your ownÌýtravel mug or water bottle for your beverages in the dining centers andÌýgrab-n-gos.
- In the diningÌýcenters, use only the plates, cups, and utensils you need—that cuts down on water usage in the dish room.
- Recycle. It's easy–there are recycling receptacles all over campus and Boulder! Check out theÌý.
Landfill
- Bring your ownÌýtravel mug or water bottle for your beverages in the dining centers andÌýgrab-n-gos.
- In the diningÌýcenters, use only the plates, cups, and utensils you need—that cuts down on water usage in the dish room.
- Recycle. It's easy–there are recycling receptacles all over campus and Boulder! Check out theÌý.