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ASUCLA strives to
be green by...
Reducing Waste
- We recycle white paper, cardboard AND CANS and plastic bottles.
- We reuse most cardboard and recycle the rest.
- We use recycled packing materials.
- We provide biodegradable containers and utensils in the GREENHOUSE and CURBSIDE. Currently spudware is replaced with individually wrapped utensils due to the H1N1 high alert. Spudware will return when recommended.
- We provide TWO Refillable Mug Programs in our Coffeehouses, with a significant discount in coffee and soda. Or customers can bring their own mugs for a smaller discount.
- We buy food products and chemicals in bulk.
- We use towel dispensers with motion sensors in our facilities that dispense towels made from a 100% renewable resource.
- New! Paperless hand-dryers have been installed in Lu Valle Commons and in Ackerman Union restrooms and save 500,000 paper towels from going to the trash every year.
- We offer digital textbooks.
- We sell recycled paper products such as writing paper, paper towels, tissue.
- Our restaurant napkins are made from recycled paper.
Conserving Energy
- We are phasing in ENERGY-STAR equipment wherever possible.
- We use T-5, T-8 and compact fluorescent lights which last longer and use less energy.
- Lighting in most offices and storage areas are on motion sensors.
- Unused restaurant equipment is shut down to maximize energy conservation.
Conserving Water
- Our waterless urinals at Lu Valle Commons have reduced water use by nearly half.
- We are phasing in faucets with aerators.
- We are phasing in low-flow toilets that use less water per flush than conventional toilets use.
- We are phasing in toilets and faucets with motion sensors in our restrooms.
Reducing Chemical Use
- We provide customers with a safe way to dispose of batteries.
- We use glass and surface cleaner without ammonia.
- We use paper products that are NOT chlorine bleached.
- We are phasing in sustainable carpeting that uses environmentally-friendly dyes and glues.
- We dispose of all light bulbs, batteries, grease and hazardous waste to minimize impact to the environment.
- We sell eco-friendly alternatives for laundry detergent, dishwashing soap, all-purpose cleaner and carpet cleaner.
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Say "No" to Plastic!
 | UCLA Reusable Shopping Bag.
Blue + Gold = Green
$2.99 at the UCLA Store |
- Use the UCLA Reusable Shopping Bag or other reusable bag for your purchases and we'll give you a ticket to enter a monthly drawing for a $25 UCLA Store gift card! That's good for the environment and good for you!
- The UCLA Store has converted its store shopping bags to 100% recycled material.
Organic Food Options on Campus
Greenhouse Healthy Foods Bar at Terrace Food Court, Ackerman, Level-1.
NUMI Organic Teas at Jimmy's, Northern Lights, Kerckhoff Coffee House, Bruin Buzz, Untitled, and Cafe Synapse.
Organic To Go Sandwiches and Salads at North Campus Student Center, Kerckhoff Coffee House, Bombshelter, and Bruin Buzz
Fair Trade Organic Coffee at Jimmy's, Northern Lights, Kerckhoff Coffee House, Bruin Buzz and Untitled.
Our Refillable Mug Programs
Save a cup from going into a landfill and save money! We offer a substantial discount in coffee when you use our ceramic mug or library-approved travel mug. Or get a smaller discount when you bring your own mug. Mugs and refills are available at all UCLA Restaurant Coffeehouse locations.
What you can do for your planet?
- Turn off electronic devices and lights when not in use.
- Make less trash. Avoid using extra napkins, bags and packaging.
- Recycle more & buy recycled products.
- Drive less. Find alternative options at UCLA Transportation Services.
- Check out UCLA's Household Hazardous Waste Program Website to find out how to dispose of computers, batteries, cell phones and household chemicals safely.
- Save water and use less hot water. Shorter showers are key!
- Adjust your thermostat: 76 in the summer, 68 in the winter.
- Replace your incandescent light bulb with a compact fluorescent light bulb.
- Find out more about sustainability efforts on campus at the GSA's Sustainable Resource Center and UCLA's Sustainability Website. Or join a student group that promotes Sustainability.
- Share conservation ideas with friends and family.
Trade-In
   
Trade-in your working computers, peripherals, and electronics for credit towards new equipment at the UCLA Computer Store. Click here for more info.
Let us know what you think!
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