Motivated Campus: Recyclemania Inspires Students to Go Green

(February 25, 2008)

Recyclemania is in full swing at the University at Albany. As part of UAlbany's Go Green Initiative, Recyclemania teaches students to lower consumption, protect environmental resources and reduce waste.

In the past four years UAlbany has recycled more than 3,000 tons of paper, bottles and cans, an average of 83 pounds per person.

The 10-week event, which runs through April 5th, challenges residence hall students to recycle paper, plastic, bottles and cans. The hall that collects the most will receive the coveted Great Dane trophy at a special dinner event. 

Other campus Go Green activities include Farmer's Markets offering regional produce, and the construction of the Purple Path, a multi-use, environmentally friendly pathway around the inner perimeter of University Drive.

For more information on UAlbany's sustainability efforts, visit the Go Green website.

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