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  • Scarlet, Gray and Green: Ohio State’s Race to Zero Waste Starts Now!

    mckivergan.1@osu.edu | January 31, 2025
    Campus Race to Zero Waste has officially kicked off! For the next eight weeks, Ohio State will be competing against universities across the nation to see who can achieve the highest landfill diversion rate! This is our chance to show our commitment to sustainability, and we need your help! How You Can Make a Difference Whether you're in the office, classroom, or lab, everyone plays a pa...
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  • In the News: The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center earns 2024 Tree Campus recognition from Arbor Day Foundation

    mckivergan.1@osu.edu | January 29, 2025
    The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center has been recognized as a 2024 Tree Campus by the Arbor Day Foundation for dedication to tree education, investment, and community engagement. This honor highlights efforts to integrate trees and green spaces into campus areas, creating healing environments and building a foundation for healthier, more resilient communities.Read full article....
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  • America Recycles Day

    mckivergan.1@osu.edu | November 14, 2024
    America Recycles Day (November 15) is the only nationally recognized day dedicated to promoting and celebrating recycling in the United States. It is an opportunity to promote environmental citizenship and take action to increase and improve recycling in America.The Ohio State University achieved a landfill diversion rate of 41% this year. While we can be proud of this milestone, more participati...
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  • In the News: Ohio State Opens Seasonal Pumpkin Composting Site

    mckivergan.1@osu.edu | November 8, 2024
    As recently highlighted by The Lantern, Facilities, Operations and Development's (FOD) pumpkin composting site is back open. "When the pumpkins and other organic materials decompose in landfills, they end up generating methane, which is a potent greenhouse gas, and it contributes to climate change," said Molly Kathleen, zero waste consultant for FOD. "So, by composting our pumpkins, we can d...
    A large dumpster full of dozens of white, green, yellow and orange pumpkins.

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