A Green Clean for the Library

As part of the continuing effort to 'green' University Libraries, the Green Library Group recommended that environmentally friendly dish soap and surface cleaner be provided to departments with sinks and to break rooms. Administration authorized this purchase [thank you!] so Seventh Generation dish soap and surface cleaner were distributed to the following areas:

• Access Services
• Administration [break room]
• Music Library
• Preservation Services
• Reference
• SCUA
• Staff Break Room [basement]
• Technical Services

If your department needs more of either product, please contact Robin. This small step brings University Libraries closer to fulfilling the certification for Leaf 2.

More information about the Green Office Program at UNCG:
http://uncggreenoffice.wordpress.com/

More information about the Seventh Generation products:
http://www.seventhgeneration.com/Free-and-Clear/Dish-Soap
http://www.seventhgeneration.com/Glass-Cleaner

Green Leak - Recycling E-waste @UNCG

This Green Leak of the week discusses e-waste recycling at UNCG and landfill bans in NC.

Ben Kunka of OWRR discusses this topic in the 5th podcast in our series about recycling and waste reduction at UNCG.



Transcript (pdf)

Watch the previous podcasts:

• Introduction


• Plastics


• Comingled paper


• Office Paper
  

Green Leak: Recycling at UNCG - Office Paper

Did you know that some types of paper can be recycled in a way that makes money for UNCG?

In this fourth video in our recycling series, Ben Kunka of OWRR tells us about office paper recycling and why it's good to keep office paper separate from commingled paper.





Transcript (pdf)

Watch the previous podcasts:

• Introduction
  
• Plastics
  
• Commingled Paper
  

Green Leak: Recycling at UNCG - Plastics

Ever wondered what kinds of plastics can be recycled at UNCG?

Find out from Ben Kunka of OWRR in this second podcast in our series about recycling and waste reduction at UNCG. If you missed the first one, you can watch it here.





Transcript:
Transcript (pdf)

Biking Options @UNCG

Bike loans and rentals available now, sponsored by HealthyUNCG and Spartan Cycles. $25 fall semester bike rental special includes bike, helmet, lock and basic maintenance for the rest of the semester through Reading Day 12/6/11. Email bike@uncg.edu to schedule an appointment to pick out a bike and for more info.

More bike racks are coming soon! Look for new bike racks to be installed near the Rec Center, HHP, Bryan, School of Education, and MHRA Moore Humanities buildings as well as Ragsdale-Mendenhall and Weil-Winfield residence halls. Remember to always secure your bicycle to a designated bike rack. Never create a safety hazard by chaining your bike to a railing, bench, sign, or post.

Bike registration benefits include FREE emergency ride home and discounts at local bike shops. Visit http://parking.uncg.edu/bike or stop by the Parking Operations & Campus Access Management office adjacent to the Walker Avenue Parking Deck for more information.

(Photo credit @protorio)

Green Leak: Recycling at UNCG - Introduction

Remember when we asked if anyone had questions about recycling?

This is the first in a series of podcasts about recycling at UNCG that should answer those questions and more.





Transcript:
Transcript (pdf)

Office of Sustinabiltiy - No Impact Project Week Events!

No Impact Kick Off Event! View selected clips of the No Impact Movie and network with other students on how to lessen your impact on the environment. The Office of Sustainability will be on hand to answer your questions and get you started on the right path. Monday, October 24th at 6:30p.m @Music Building Room 217


Monday: Consumption Challenge
The “Story of Stuff” video will the shared with students. Information will be provided to students about reducing purchase, buying handmade, local, and low-packaged goods. Students will also be able to participate in a mug and book exchange. Any leftover mugs and books will be donated to the Salvation Army.

Location: College Ave, near the EUC sidewalk
Time 10a.m. to 3p.m.

Tuesday: Transportation Challenge
The Parking and Campus Access Office will be providing programming on low-impact methods of transportation available to students.

Location: College Ave, near the EUC sidewalk
Time 10a.m. to 2p.m.


Wednesday: Food Challenge
Healthy recipes made with local food will be featured at tabling activity in the EUC. Also, information will be shared with students about foods with the lowest carbon footprint.

Location: Inside the EUC
Time: 10a.m. to 3p.m.

****A camera will be set up at Campus Sustainability events on Walker Circle for students to record testimonials about their No Impact experience**** 10am to 3pm****

Thursday: Energy Challenge
The Triad Student Energy Alliance (founding chapter at UNCG) will host an energy triathlon event!

1. Vampire Energy Slaying
2. Clean Energy and Conservation letter writing and petition
3. Energy Jeopardy game

Participate in 1 event and have your name entered to win a small energy-related goodie bag.
Participate in 2 events and have your name entered to an energy related prize.
Participate in 3 events and have your name entered to win the energy prize package.

www.triadstudentenergyalliance.wordpress.com

• Energy Jeopardy 9-11a.m. Azalea Room
• Green Dorm Audits 2-3:30pm
• Vampire Energy Slaying 5-7pm (meet in front of Music Building)

Friday: Water Challenge
A water taste test will be to see if students can tell the difference between tap water and bottled water. Information about the issues surrounding water will be shared with students as well.

Location: College Ave, near the EUC sidewalk
Time 10a.m. to 3p.m.

****A camera will be set up at this event for students to record testimonials about their No Impact experience**** 10am to 3pm****

From Jessica Trotman, Sustainability Education & Outreach Specialist
UNCG Office of Sustainability jgtrotma@uncg.edu 336-334-3664
www.uncg.edu/fac/sustainability
www.uncgsustainability.wordpress.com