Laurentian Green Guide

bullbullsT LAWRENCE ~UNIVERSITY

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Table of Contents Why Go Green Reduce Reuse and Recycle Food Systems Water Usage Laundry Basics Transportation Energy Buy Green Get Involved Links amp Resources

Why Go Green Our surroundings both natural and built are influenced and impacted by our actions Going green doesnrsquot necessarily mean you need to change your entire lifestyle ndash even small changes can have big impacts By working together all those little changes can add up and we can reduce our impact while preserving our environment

Going green and understanding why itrsquos important provides the opportunity to become both a leader and responsible citizenThroughout the US and the world many universities colleges businesses and governments are embracing the greening of their actions and operations

As a Laurentian you have so many opportunities to explore what going green means to different people from different placesAs a member of this community yoursquore uniquely positioned to inspire others

What is Sustainability The US EPArsquos definition ldquoSustainability is based on a simple principle Everything that we need for our survival and well-being depends either directly or indirectly on our natural environment Sustainability creates and maintains the conditions under which humans and nature can exist in productive harmony that permit fulfilling the social economic and other requirements of present and future generationsrdquo

bullbullsT LAWRENCE ~UNIVERSITY

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Table of Contents Why Go Green Reduce Reuse and Recycle Food Systems Water Usage Laundry Basics Transportation Energy Buy Green Get Involved Links amp Resources

Why Go Green Our surroundings both natural and built are influenced and impacted by our actions Going green doesnrsquot necessarily mean you need to change your entire lifestyle ndash even small changes can have big impacts By working together all those little changes can add up and we can reduce our impact while preserving our environment

Going green and understanding why itrsquos important provides the opportunity to become both a leader and responsible citizenThroughout the US and the world many universities colleges businesses and governments are embracing the greening of their actions and operations

As a Laurentian you have so many opportunities to explore what going green means to different people from different placesAs a member of this community yoursquore uniquely positioned to inspire others

What is Sustainability The US EPArsquos definition ldquoSustainability is based on a simple principle Everything that we need for our survival and well-being depends either directly or indirectly on our natural environment Sustainability creates and maintains the conditions under which humans and nature can exist in productive harmony that permit fulfilling the social economic and other requirements of present and future generationsrdquo

12345678910

Table of Contents Why Go Green Reduce Reuse and Recycle Food Systems Water Usage Laundry Basics Transportation Energy Buy Green Get Involved Links amp Resources

Why Go Green Our surroundings both natural and built are influenced and impacted by our actions Going green doesnrsquot necessarily mean you need to change your entire lifestyle ndash even small changes can have big impacts By working together all those little changes can add up and we can reduce our impact while preserving our environment

Going green and understanding why itrsquos important provides the opportunity to become both a leader and responsible citizenThroughout the US and the world many universities colleges businesses and governments are embracing the greening of their actions and operations

As a Laurentian you have so many opportunities to explore what going green means to different people from different placesAs a member of this community yoursquore uniquely positioned to inspire others

What is Sustainability The US EPArsquos definition ldquoSustainability is based on a simple principle Everything that we need for our survival and well-being depends either directly or indirectly on our natural environment Sustainability creates and maintains the conditions under which humans and nature can exist in productive harmony that permit fulfilling the social economic and other requirements of present and future generationsrdquo

Why Go Green Our surroundings both natural and built are influenced and impacted by our actions Going green doesnrsquot necessarily mean you need to change your entire lifestyle ndash even small changes can have big impacts By working together all those little changes can add up and we can reduce our impact while preserving our environment

Going green and understanding why itrsquos important provides the opportunity to become both a leader and responsible citizenThroughout the US and the world many universities colleges businesses and governments are embracing the greening of their actions and operations

As a Laurentian you have so many opportunities to explore what going green means to different people from different placesAs a member of this community yoursquore uniquely positioned to inspire others

What is Sustainability The US EPArsquos definition ldquoSustainability is based on a simple principle Everything that we need for our survival and well-being depends either directly or indirectly on our natural environment Sustainability creates and maintains the conditions under which humans and nature can exist in productive harmony that permit fulfilling the social economic and other requirements of present and future generationsrdquo

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Reduce Reuse and Recycle

At St Lawrence we embrace the three Rs Reduce Reuse and RecycleThis allows us to reduce the amount of stuff going into landfills thus reducing uneccessary emissions

Recycling Recycling bins are located throughout campus All of the recycling bins are considered comingled (or single stream)- this means no sorting is required Please rinse out your recyclables out before placing them into the bins

Electronics Used electronic equipment often contains heavy meatals which must be properly disposed Guidance and procedures are available on the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) webpage

Rechargeable Batteries Rechargeable batteries legally must be recycled in New York Recycling locations guidance and procedures are available on the EHS webpage

Composting Composting is available on the first floor of the student center and upon request at your residence The finished product is used by the Sustainability Program

Reuse Year round you can visit the student run Barn Good Thrift Store to purchase gently used (and very affordable) cloth ing dorm items and SLU swag Every spring unwanted items are collected at each residenceThe items are offered for sale to our students every fallThis program keeps trash out of the landfill while allowing you to responsibly and affordably furnish your room

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Food Systems Local Foods

Menu options often include foods grown and prepared right here in the North Country Examples include maple syrup milk apples apple cider and in-season locally

grown produce

Fair Trade CoffeeWe serve organic and fair trade coffees roasted and

prepared in New England

Sustainable SeafoodWe only purchase seafood listed on the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch Consumerrsquos Guide Best Choice

or Good Alternative list

Bio-Degradable ProductsAll of the single use napkins plates and containers are

bio-degradable

Reusable To-go ContainersDana Dining Center operates an exchange program for patrons to take their meals to go in a ruesable to-go box

Seed to TableThe Sustainability Programrsquos farm provides SLU dining services with a variety of summer and fall produce grown

by members of our campus

Trayless ServiceGoiung trayless allows us to reduce food waste by upto 23 tons per year and saves more than 100000 gallons of

water

Food Prep CompostingFood scraps assocaited with meal prep are composted

Water Usage Water sustains life In todayrsquos ever-growing world there is an increased pressure on our water resources We must act as good stewards of our water to conserve use and to help keep it clean

Reuseable Bottles Why pay for something if you donrsquot have to Tap water is regularly tested to stricter standards than bottled water Plus at SLU you will receive a discount if you bring your own reusable container when you purchase coffee tea or fountain drinks

Shorter Showers Nearly 75 of all water use can be traced back to the bathroom Did you know if you shorten your shower by just 2 minutes you can save more than 5 gallons of water

Turn it off You can help to conserve water by turning the tap off when brushing your teeth shaving or doing the dishes

Only water down the drain Only pour water down the drain By keeping drains clean you are helping to reduce pollution Never pour chemicals medications fats oils greases or other trash down the drain

Report Leaks Leaks happen When you spot a leak no matter how big or small please send Facilites Operations a work order A leaky faucet that drips one drip per second can waste more than 3000 gallons of water a year

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Laundry Basics One load at a time

Donrsquot overstuff the machines Washing one load of laun dry at capacity uses less water and energy than loads at a medium or low setting and it dries faster Also dont just wash one or two items as this wastes water and causes oversudsing

Save your Soap All residences have high efficency washers which require very little detergent (2 tablespoons per load) to get your clothes clean Too much soap can actually ruin your clothes Please only use high efficency detergents

Cold Water Washing By washing your laundry using the the cold water cycle you can save a lot of energy plus it keeps colors from running Did you know that up to 90 of the energy used by the washer is to heat the water

Lose the Lint Cleaning the lint screen on the dryer helps to maximize air flow This allows your clothes to dry faster and with less energy

Dry it out When yoursquore finished using the washers leave the doors open This not only lets the drum dry faster but also letrsquos the next person see that a washer is open

Report Problems Please download and use the CSC ServiceWorks Ser vice App to report an issue from your smartphone In the event you cannot access the app please contact the warehouse at 315-229-5905

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Transportation

Biking on campus is safe and easy with the campus con nected by a network of sidewalks SLU has bicycle repair stations with tire pumps and over 100 bike racks conven iently located on campus

You can check out a bike helmet and lock from the Green Bikes Program at the Science Library

We have 2 electric vehicle charging stations on campus

Unnecessary vehicle idling wastes fuel money causes air pollution and contributes to unecessary emissions

St Lawerence students have the option to use either the transportation program or the vacation bus service These programs allow you to share the ride with friends while reducing air pollution when you leave campus for breaks

By walking ridingor skating around campus yoursquore helping both yourself and the environment get healthier Vehicle emissions cause air pollution and contribute to climate change

Biking

No Bike No Problem

Electric Vehicle Charging

Reduced Idling Policy

Share the Ride

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-

-

-

Energy Using energy wisely allows us to reduce our carbon emissions and get closer to our goal of carbon neutrality by 2040

Unplug Devices All electronic devices use electricty when they are plugged in even when they are off This is known as phantom or vampire load Portable electronic devices chargers TVs DVDs speakers printers and gaming systems are all culprits of phantom load

LED Lighting LED lights provide the same amount and quality of light as traditional light bulbs and CFLs But LEDs use 75 less en ergy and last up to 10 times longer

Room Comfort Use blinds or shades to help adjust your room temperature Sunlight can warm up a room by several degrees

Enable Power-Saving Modes All computers have settings to automatically save energy

Skip the screen saver Screen savers do not save energy they waste it Use 70 less energy by setting the screen to sleep after 20 minutes

Turn it off Follow the 220 rule if you will not use your computer for more than 2 hours turn it off If you will not look at a screen for more than 20 minutes turn it off

Smart Power Smart surge protectors also know as adavanced power strips automatically prevent phantom load and can help to reduce your carbon footprint

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-

Buy Green Green purchasing means buying responsibly sourced pro duced traded and sold items By choosing sustainably pro duced products you are supporting a cleaner economy and a healthier environment

Less Packaging Try to buy in bulk to reduce the amount of packaging that needs to be thrown out

More Thought Remember the 3 Rs Conisder how an item is made and where it comes from Try to buy items made with recy cable content and are easily recycled when items outlive usefulness

Go Local Purchasing local items supports the local economy and helps to reduce emissions associated with shipping

Buy EfficientEnergy Star products are independently tested to verify that they save energy without impacting product perfor mance or functionality

Eco-Friendly Try using eco-friendly or natural productsThese products are generally non-toxic biodegradable and work just as well as synthetic products

-

-

Get Involved There are many ways to become involved and to engage with others at St Lawrence

With over 100 clubs and organizations (and new ones starting all the time) home sporting events countless volunteer opportunities on-campus concerts and trips to places throughout the North Country each student creates his or her own adventure

Our campus community provides you with opportunities to tailor your own green experience We invite you to explore the organizations featured on the Green Pages to discover your own sustainability journey

Ask amp Share Do you have a question or an idea We would love to hear from you

St Lawrence Universityrsquos Office of Sustainability provides services and support to the campus community facili tates collaboration advocates for innovation and imple ments approved projects and programs necessary for the University to successfully meet the goals of the Climate Action Plan (CAP)

We are always open to new ideas and projects Wersquore here to support individuals groups organizations teams and classes

Email sustainabilitystlawueduFacebook StLawrenceUniversityGreen

Web greenstlawuedu

-

Food Systems Local Foods

Menu options often include foods grown and prepared right here in the North Country Examples include maple syrup milk apples apple cider and in-season locally

grown produce

Fair Trade CoffeeWe serve organic and fair trade coffees roasted and

prepared in New England

Sustainable SeafoodWe only purchase seafood listed on the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch Consumerrsquos Guide Best Choice

or Good Alternative list

Bio-Degradable ProductsAll of the single use napkins plates and containers are

bio-degradable

Reusable To-go ContainersDana Dining Center operates an exchange program for patrons to take their meals to go in a ruesable to-go box

Seed to TableThe Sustainability Programrsquos farm provides SLU dining services with a variety of summer and fall produce grown

by members of our campus

Trayless ServiceGoiung trayless allows us to reduce food waste by upto 23 tons per year and saves more than 100000 gallons of

water

Food Prep CompostingFood scraps assocaited with meal prep are composted

Water Usage Water sustains life In todayrsquos ever-growing world there is an increased pressure on our water resources We must act as good stewards of our water to conserve use and to help keep it clean

Reuseable Bottles Why pay for something if you donrsquot have to Tap water is regularly tested to stricter standards than bottled water Plus at SLU you will receive a discount if you bring your own reusable container when you purchase coffee tea or fountain drinks

Shorter Showers Nearly 75 of all water use can be traced back to the bathroom Did you know if you shorten your shower by just 2 minutes you can save more than 5 gallons of water

Turn it off You can help to conserve water by turning the tap off when brushing your teeth shaving or doing the dishes

Only water down the drain Only pour water down the drain By keeping drains clean you are helping to reduce pollution Never pour chemicals medications fats oils greases or other trash down the drain

Report Leaks Leaks happen When you spot a leak no matter how big or small please send Facilites Operations a work order A leaky faucet that drips one drip per second can waste more than 3000 gallons of water a year

-

-

-

Laundry Basics One load at a time

Donrsquot overstuff the machines Washing one load of laun dry at capacity uses less water and energy than loads at a medium or low setting and it dries faster Also dont just wash one or two items as this wastes water and causes oversudsing

Save your Soap All residences have high efficency washers which require very little detergent (2 tablespoons per load) to get your clothes clean Too much soap can actually ruin your clothes Please only use high efficency detergents

Cold Water Washing By washing your laundry using the the cold water cycle you can save a lot of energy plus it keeps colors from running Did you know that up to 90 of the energy used by the washer is to heat the water

Lose the Lint Cleaning the lint screen on the dryer helps to maximize air flow This allows your clothes to dry faster and with less energy

Dry it out When yoursquore finished using the washers leave the doors open This not only lets the drum dry faster but also letrsquos the next person see that a washer is open

Report Problems Please download and use the CSC ServiceWorks Ser vice App to report an issue from your smartphone In the event you cannot access the app please contact the warehouse at 315-229-5905

-

-

Transportation

Biking on campus is safe and easy with the campus con nected by a network of sidewalks SLU has bicycle repair stations with tire pumps and over 100 bike racks conven iently located on campus

You can check out a bike helmet and lock from the Green Bikes Program at the Science Library

We have 2 electric vehicle charging stations on campus

Unnecessary vehicle idling wastes fuel money causes air pollution and contributes to unecessary emissions

St Lawerence students have the option to use either the transportation program or the vacation bus service These programs allow you to share the ride with friends while reducing air pollution when you leave campus for breaks

By walking ridingor skating around campus yoursquore helping both yourself and the environment get healthier Vehicle emissions cause air pollution and contribute to climate change

Biking

No Bike No Problem

Electric Vehicle Charging

Reduced Idling Policy

Share the Ride

-

-

-

-

Energy Using energy wisely allows us to reduce our carbon emissions and get closer to our goal of carbon neutrality by 2040

Unplug Devices All electronic devices use electricty when they are plugged in even when they are off This is known as phantom or vampire load Portable electronic devices chargers TVs DVDs speakers printers and gaming systems are all culprits of phantom load

LED Lighting LED lights provide the same amount and quality of light as traditional light bulbs and CFLs But LEDs use 75 less en ergy and last up to 10 times longer

Room Comfort Use blinds or shades to help adjust your room temperature Sunlight can warm up a room by several degrees

Enable Power-Saving Modes All computers have settings to automatically save energy

Skip the screen saver Screen savers do not save energy they waste it Use 70 less energy by setting the screen to sleep after 20 minutes

Turn it off Follow the 220 rule if you will not use your computer for more than 2 hours turn it off If you will not look at a screen for more than 20 minutes turn it off

Smart Power Smart surge protectors also know as adavanced power strips automatically prevent phantom load and can help to reduce your carbon footprint

- -

-

-

Buy Green Green purchasing means buying responsibly sourced pro duced traded and sold items By choosing sustainably pro duced products you are supporting a cleaner economy and a healthier environment

Less Packaging Try to buy in bulk to reduce the amount of packaging that needs to be thrown out

More Thought Remember the 3 Rs Conisder how an item is made and where it comes from Try to buy items made with recy cable content and are easily recycled when items outlive usefulness

Go Local Purchasing local items supports the local economy and helps to reduce emissions associated with shipping

Buy EfficientEnergy Star products are independently tested to verify that they save energy without impacting product perfor mance or functionality

Eco-Friendly Try using eco-friendly or natural productsThese products are generally non-toxic biodegradable and work just as well as synthetic products

-

-

Get Involved There are many ways to become involved and to engage with others at St Lawrence

With over 100 clubs and organizations (and new ones starting all the time) home sporting events countless volunteer opportunities on-campus concerts and trips to places throughout the North Country each student creates his or her own adventure

Our campus community provides you with opportunities to tailor your own green experience We invite you to explore the organizations featured on the Green Pages to discover your own sustainability journey

Ask amp Share Do you have a question or an idea We would love to hear from you

St Lawrence Universityrsquos Office of Sustainability provides services and support to the campus community facili tates collaboration advocates for innovation and imple ments approved projects and programs necessary for the University to successfully meet the goals of the Climate Action Plan (CAP)

We are always open to new ideas and projects Wersquore here to support individuals groups organizations teams and classes

Email sustainabilitystlawueduFacebook StLawrenceUniversityGreen

Web greenstlawuedu

Water Usage Water sustains life In todayrsquos ever-growing world there is an increased pressure on our water resources We must act as good stewards of our water to conserve use and to help keep it clean

Reuseable Bottles Why pay for something if you donrsquot have to Tap water is regularly tested to stricter standards than bottled water Plus at SLU you will receive a discount if you bring your own reusable container when you purchase coffee tea or fountain drinks

Shorter Showers Nearly 75 of all water use can be traced back to the bathroom Did you know if you shorten your shower by just 2 minutes you can save more than 5 gallons of water

Turn it off You can help to conserve water by turning the tap off when brushing your teeth shaving or doing the dishes

Only water down the drain Only pour water down the drain By keeping drains clean you are helping to reduce pollution Never pour chemicals medications fats oils greases or other trash down the drain

Report Leaks Leaks happen When you spot a leak no matter how big or small please send Facilites Operations a work order A leaky faucet that drips one drip per second can waste more than 3000 gallons of water a year

-

-

-

Laundry Basics One load at a time

Donrsquot overstuff the machines Washing one load of laun dry at capacity uses less water and energy than loads at a medium or low setting and it dries faster Also dont just wash one or two items as this wastes water and causes oversudsing

Save your Soap All residences have high efficency washers which require very little detergent (2 tablespoons per load) to get your clothes clean Too much soap can actually ruin your clothes Please only use high efficency detergents

Cold Water Washing By washing your laundry using the the cold water cycle you can save a lot of energy plus it keeps colors from running Did you know that up to 90 of the energy used by the washer is to heat the water

Lose the Lint Cleaning the lint screen on the dryer helps to maximize air flow This allows your clothes to dry faster and with less energy

Dry it out When yoursquore finished using the washers leave the doors open This not only lets the drum dry faster but also letrsquos the next person see that a washer is open

Report Problems Please download and use the CSC ServiceWorks Ser vice App to report an issue from your smartphone In the event you cannot access the app please contact the warehouse at 315-229-5905

-

-

Transportation

Biking on campus is safe and easy with the campus con nected by a network of sidewalks SLU has bicycle repair stations with tire pumps and over 100 bike racks conven iently located on campus

You can check out a bike helmet and lock from the Green Bikes Program at the Science Library

We have 2 electric vehicle charging stations on campus

Unnecessary vehicle idling wastes fuel money causes air pollution and contributes to unecessary emissions

St Lawerence students have the option to use either the transportation program or the vacation bus service These programs allow you to share the ride with friends while reducing air pollution when you leave campus for breaks

By walking ridingor skating around campus yoursquore helping both yourself and the environment get healthier Vehicle emissions cause air pollution and contribute to climate change

Biking

No Bike No Problem

Electric Vehicle Charging

Reduced Idling Policy

Share the Ride

-

-

-

-

Energy Using energy wisely allows us to reduce our carbon emissions and get closer to our goal of carbon neutrality by 2040

Unplug Devices All electronic devices use electricty when they are plugged in even when they are off This is known as phantom or vampire load Portable electronic devices chargers TVs DVDs speakers printers and gaming systems are all culprits of phantom load

LED Lighting LED lights provide the same amount and quality of light as traditional light bulbs and CFLs But LEDs use 75 less en ergy and last up to 10 times longer

Room Comfort Use blinds or shades to help adjust your room temperature Sunlight can warm up a room by several degrees

Enable Power-Saving Modes All computers have settings to automatically save energy

Skip the screen saver Screen savers do not save energy they waste it Use 70 less energy by setting the screen to sleep after 20 minutes

Turn it off Follow the 220 rule if you will not use your computer for more than 2 hours turn it off If you will not look at a screen for more than 20 minutes turn it off

Smart Power Smart surge protectors also know as adavanced power strips automatically prevent phantom load and can help to reduce your carbon footprint

- -

-

-

Buy Green Green purchasing means buying responsibly sourced pro duced traded and sold items By choosing sustainably pro duced products you are supporting a cleaner economy and a healthier environment

Less Packaging Try to buy in bulk to reduce the amount of packaging that needs to be thrown out

More Thought Remember the 3 Rs Conisder how an item is made and where it comes from Try to buy items made with recy cable content and are easily recycled when items outlive usefulness

Go Local Purchasing local items supports the local economy and helps to reduce emissions associated with shipping

Buy EfficientEnergy Star products are independently tested to verify that they save energy without impacting product perfor mance or functionality

Eco-Friendly Try using eco-friendly or natural productsThese products are generally non-toxic biodegradable and work just as well as synthetic products

-

-

Get Involved There are many ways to become involved and to engage with others at St Lawrence

With over 100 clubs and organizations (and new ones starting all the time) home sporting events countless volunteer opportunities on-campus concerts and trips to places throughout the North Country each student creates his or her own adventure

Our campus community provides you with opportunities to tailor your own green experience We invite you to explore the organizations featured on the Green Pages to discover your own sustainability journey

Ask amp Share Do you have a question or an idea We would love to hear from you

St Lawrence Universityrsquos Office of Sustainability provides services and support to the campus community facili tates collaboration advocates for innovation and imple ments approved projects and programs necessary for the University to successfully meet the goals of the Climate Action Plan (CAP)

We are always open to new ideas and projects Wersquore here to support individuals groups organizations teams and classes

Email sustainabilitystlawueduFacebook StLawrenceUniversityGreen

Web greenstlawuedu

-

-

-

Laundry Basics One load at a time

Donrsquot overstuff the machines Washing one load of laun dry at capacity uses less water and energy than loads at a medium or low setting and it dries faster Also dont just wash one or two items as this wastes water and causes oversudsing

Save your Soap All residences have high efficency washers which require very little detergent (2 tablespoons per load) to get your clothes clean Too much soap can actually ruin your clothes Please only use high efficency detergents

Cold Water Washing By washing your laundry using the the cold water cycle you can save a lot of energy plus it keeps colors from running Did you know that up to 90 of the energy used by the washer is to heat the water

Lose the Lint Cleaning the lint screen on the dryer helps to maximize air flow This allows your clothes to dry faster and with less energy

Dry it out When yoursquore finished using the washers leave the doors open This not only lets the drum dry faster but also letrsquos the next person see that a washer is open

Report Problems Please download and use the CSC ServiceWorks Ser vice App to report an issue from your smartphone In the event you cannot access the app please contact the warehouse at 315-229-5905

-

-

Transportation

Biking on campus is safe and easy with the campus con nected by a network of sidewalks SLU has bicycle repair stations with tire pumps and over 100 bike racks conven iently located on campus

You can check out a bike helmet and lock from the Green Bikes Program at the Science Library

We have 2 electric vehicle charging stations on campus

Unnecessary vehicle idling wastes fuel money causes air pollution and contributes to unecessary emissions

St Lawerence students have the option to use either the transportation program or the vacation bus service These programs allow you to share the ride with friends while reducing air pollution when you leave campus for breaks

By walking ridingor skating around campus yoursquore helping both yourself and the environment get healthier Vehicle emissions cause air pollution and contribute to climate change

Biking

No Bike No Problem

Electric Vehicle Charging

Reduced Idling Policy

Share the Ride

-

-

-

-

Energy Using energy wisely allows us to reduce our carbon emissions and get closer to our goal of carbon neutrality by 2040

Unplug Devices All electronic devices use electricty when they are plugged in even when they are off This is known as phantom or vampire load Portable electronic devices chargers TVs DVDs speakers printers and gaming systems are all culprits of phantom load

LED Lighting LED lights provide the same amount and quality of light as traditional light bulbs and CFLs But LEDs use 75 less en ergy and last up to 10 times longer

Room Comfort Use blinds or shades to help adjust your room temperature Sunlight can warm up a room by several degrees

Enable Power-Saving Modes All computers have settings to automatically save energy

Skip the screen saver Screen savers do not save energy they waste it Use 70 less energy by setting the screen to sleep after 20 minutes

Turn it off Follow the 220 rule if you will not use your computer for more than 2 hours turn it off If you will not look at a screen for more than 20 minutes turn it off

Smart Power Smart surge protectors also know as adavanced power strips automatically prevent phantom load and can help to reduce your carbon footprint

- -

-

-

Buy Green Green purchasing means buying responsibly sourced pro duced traded and sold items By choosing sustainably pro duced products you are supporting a cleaner economy and a healthier environment

Less Packaging Try to buy in bulk to reduce the amount of packaging that needs to be thrown out

More Thought Remember the 3 Rs Conisder how an item is made and where it comes from Try to buy items made with recy cable content and are easily recycled when items outlive usefulness

Go Local Purchasing local items supports the local economy and helps to reduce emissions associated with shipping

Buy EfficientEnergy Star products are independently tested to verify that they save energy without impacting product perfor mance or functionality

Eco-Friendly Try using eco-friendly or natural productsThese products are generally non-toxic biodegradable and work just as well as synthetic products

-

-

Get Involved There are many ways to become involved and to engage with others at St Lawrence

With over 100 clubs and organizations (and new ones starting all the time) home sporting events countless volunteer opportunities on-campus concerts and trips to places throughout the North Country each student creates his or her own adventure

Our campus community provides you with opportunities to tailor your own green experience We invite you to explore the organizations featured on the Green Pages to discover your own sustainability journey

Ask amp Share Do you have a question or an idea We would love to hear from you

St Lawrence Universityrsquos Office of Sustainability provides services and support to the campus community facili tates collaboration advocates for innovation and imple ments approved projects and programs necessary for the University to successfully meet the goals of the Climate Action Plan (CAP)

We are always open to new ideas and projects Wersquore here to support individuals groups organizations teams and classes

Email sustainabilitystlawueduFacebook StLawrenceUniversityGreen

Web greenstlawuedu

-

-

Transportation

Biking on campus is safe and easy with the campus con nected by a network of sidewalks SLU has bicycle repair stations with tire pumps and over 100 bike racks conven iently located on campus

You can check out a bike helmet and lock from the Green Bikes Program at the Science Library

We have 2 electric vehicle charging stations on campus

Unnecessary vehicle idling wastes fuel money causes air pollution and contributes to unecessary emissions

St Lawerence students have the option to use either the transportation program or the vacation bus service These programs allow you to share the ride with friends while reducing air pollution when you leave campus for breaks

By walking ridingor skating around campus yoursquore helping both yourself and the environment get healthier Vehicle emissions cause air pollution and contribute to climate change

Biking

No Bike No Problem

Electric Vehicle Charging

Reduced Idling Policy

Share the Ride

-

-

-

-

Energy Using energy wisely allows us to reduce our carbon emissions and get closer to our goal of carbon neutrality by 2040

Unplug Devices All electronic devices use electricty when they are plugged in even when they are off This is known as phantom or vampire load Portable electronic devices chargers TVs DVDs speakers printers and gaming systems are all culprits of phantom load

LED Lighting LED lights provide the same amount and quality of light as traditional light bulbs and CFLs But LEDs use 75 less en ergy and last up to 10 times longer

Room Comfort Use blinds or shades to help adjust your room temperature Sunlight can warm up a room by several degrees

Enable Power-Saving Modes All computers have settings to automatically save energy

Skip the screen saver Screen savers do not save energy they waste it Use 70 less energy by setting the screen to sleep after 20 minutes

Turn it off Follow the 220 rule if you will not use your computer for more than 2 hours turn it off If you will not look at a screen for more than 20 minutes turn it off

Smart Power Smart surge protectors also know as adavanced power strips automatically prevent phantom load and can help to reduce your carbon footprint

- -

-

-

Buy Green Green purchasing means buying responsibly sourced pro duced traded and sold items By choosing sustainably pro duced products you are supporting a cleaner economy and a healthier environment

Less Packaging Try to buy in bulk to reduce the amount of packaging that needs to be thrown out

More Thought Remember the 3 Rs Conisder how an item is made and where it comes from Try to buy items made with recy cable content and are easily recycled when items outlive usefulness

Go Local Purchasing local items supports the local economy and helps to reduce emissions associated with shipping

Buy EfficientEnergy Star products are independently tested to verify that they save energy without impacting product perfor mance or functionality

Eco-Friendly Try using eco-friendly or natural productsThese products are generally non-toxic biodegradable and work just as well as synthetic products

-

-

Get Involved There are many ways to become involved and to engage with others at St Lawrence

With over 100 clubs and organizations (and new ones starting all the time) home sporting events countless volunteer opportunities on-campus concerts and trips to places throughout the North Country each student creates his or her own adventure

Our campus community provides you with opportunities to tailor your own green experience We invite you to explore the organizations featured on the Green Pages to discover your own sustainability journey

Ask amp Share Do you have a question or an idea We would love to hear from you

St Lawrence Universityrsquos Office of Sustainability provides services and support to the campus community facili tates collaboration advocates for innovation and imple ments approved projects and programs necessary for the University to successfully meet the goals of the Climate Action Plan (CAP)

We are always open to new ideas and projects Wersquore here to support individuals groups organizations teams and classes

Email sustainabilitystlawueduFacebook StLawrenceUniversityGreen

Web greenstlawuedu

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Energy Using energy wisely allows us to reduce our carbon emissions and get closer to our goal of carbon neutrality by 2040

Unplug Devices All electronic devices use electricty when they are plugged in even when they are off This is known as phantom or vampire load Portable electronic devices chargers TVs DVDs speakers printers and gaming systems are all culprits of phantom load

LED Lighting LED lights provide the same amount and quality of light as traditional light bulbs and CFLs But LEDs use 75 less en ergy and last up to 10 times longer

Room Comfort Use blinds or shades to help adjust your room temperature Sunlight can warm up a room by several degrees

Enable Power-Saving Modes All computers have settings to automatically save energy

Skip the screen saver Screen savers do not save energy they waste it Use 70 less energy by setting the screen to sleep after 20 minutes

Turn it off Follow the 220 rule if you will not use your computer for more than 2 hours turn it off If you will not look at a screen for more than 20 minutes turn it off

Smart Power Smart surge protectors also know as adavanced power strips automatically prevent phantom load and can help to reduce your carbon footprint

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Buy Green Green purchasing means buying responsibly sourced pro duced traded and sold items By choosing sustainably pro duced products you are supporting a cleaner economy and a healthier environment

Less Packaging Try to buy in bulk to reduce the amount of packaging that needs to be thrown out

More Thought Remember the 3 Rs Conisder how an item is made and where it comes from Try to buy items made with recy cable content and are easily recycled when items outlive usefulness

Go Local Purchasing local items supports the local economy and helps to reduce emissions associated with shipping

Buy EfficientEnergy Star products are independently tested to verify that they save energy without impacting product perfor mance or functionality

Eco-Friendly Try using eco-friendly or natural productsThese products are generally non-toxic biodegradable and work just as well as synthetic products

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Get Involved There are many ways to become involved and to engage with others at St Lawrence

With over 100 clubs and organizations (and new ones starting all the time) home sporting events countless volunteer opportunities on-campus concerts and trips to places throughout the North Country each student creates his or her own adventure

Our campus community provides you with opportunities to tailor your own green experience We invite you to explore the organizations featured on the Green Pages to discover your own sustainability journey

Ask amp Share Do you have a question or an idea We would love to hear from you

St Lawrence Universityrsquos Office of Sustainability provides services and support to the campus community facili tates collaboration advocates for innovation and imple ments approved projects and programs necessary for the University to successfully meet the goals of the Climate Action Plan (CAP)

We are always open to new ideas and projects Wersquore here to support individuals groups organizations teams and classes

Email sustainabilitystlawueduFacebook StLawrenceUniversityGreen

Web greenstlawuedu

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Buy Green Green purchasing means buying responsibly sourced pro duced traded and sold items By choosing sustainably pro duced products you are supporting a cleaner economy and a healthier environment

Less Packaging Try to buy in bulk to reduce the amount of packaging that needs to be thrown out

More Thought Remember the 3 Rs Conisder how an item is made and where it comes from Try to buy items made with recy cable content and are easily recycled when items outlive usefulness

Go Local Purchasing local items supports the local economy and helps to reduce emissions associated with shipping

Buy EfficientEnergy Star products are independently tested to verify that they save energy without impacting product perfor mance or functionality

Eco-Friendly Try using eco-friendly or natural productsThese products are generally non-toxic biodegradable and work just as well as synthetic products

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Get Involved There are many ways to become involved and to engage with others at St Lawrence

With over 100 clubs and organizations (and new ones starting all the time) home sporting events countless volunteer opportunities on-campus concerts and trips to places throughout the North Country each student creates his or her own adventure

Our campus community provides you with opportunities to tailor your own green experience We invite you to explore the organizations featured on the Green Pages to discover your own sustainability journey

Ask amp Share Do you have a question or an idea We would love to hear from you

St Lawrence Universityrsquos Office of Sustainability provides services and support to the campus community facili tates collaboration advocates for innovation and imple ments approved projects and programs necessary for the University to successfully meet the goals of the Climate Action Plan (CAP)

We are always open to new ideas and projects Wersquore here to support individuals groups organizations teams and classes

Email sustainabilitystlawueduFacebook StLawrenceUniversityGreen

Web greenstlawuedu

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Get Involved There are many ways to become involved and to engage with others at St Lawrence

With over 100 clubs and organizations (and new ones starting all the time) home sporting events countless volunteer opportunities on-campus concerts and trips to places throughout the North Country each student creates his or her own adventure

Our campus community provides you with opportunities to tailor your own green experience We invite you to explore the organizations featured on the Green Pages to discover your own sustainability journey

Ask amp Share Do you have a question or an idea We would love to hear from you

St Lawrence Universityrsquos Office of Sustainability provides services and support to the campus community facili tates collaboration advocates for innovation and imple ments approved projects and programs necessary for the University to successfully meet the goals of the Climate Action Plan (CAP)

We are always open to new ideas and projects Wersquore here to support individuals groups organizations teams and classes

Email sustainabilitystlawueduFacebook StLawrenceUniversityGreen

Web greenstlawuedu

Links amp Resources US EPA ldquoWhat is Sustainabilityrdquo wwwepagovsustainabilitylearn-about-sustainabilitywhat

Green Pages Recycling wwwstlawuedugreenwaste-management

St Lawrence University Sustainability Program wwwstlawuedugreensustainability-program

St Lawerence University EHS wwwstlawueduenvironmental-health-and-safety

North Country Local Food wwwgardenshareorgcontentlocal-food-guide

St Lawrence University Facilities Work Orders wwwstlawuedufacilitieswork-orders

Laundry 101 wwwcampusclotheslinecomlaundryindexhtml

High Efficiency Detergents wwwcleaninginstituteorgassets1pagehepdf

Smart Surge Protector Facts wwwnrelgovdocsfy14osti60461pdf

Energy Star wwwenergystargov

Campus Sustainability Organizations wwwstlawuedugreenengage

Climate Action Plan wwwstlawuedugreenresourcest-lawrence-university-climate-action-plan

St Lawrence University Green Pages greenstlawuedu