Sustainability in the Residence Halls

Residence Life at the University of St. Thomas is committed to being more sustainable through the following programs:

• Recycling program that includes recycling bins provided in each residence hall room and apartment.
• Recycling available in the trash rooms on each floor of each hall.
• Smart strip program that helps reduce "phantom" energy usage by electronics.
• Purchasing of Energy STAR appliances including stoves, microwaves, washers, and dryers.
• Computer labs and offices that use 100% recyclced paper and remanufactured cartridges for ink and toner. Additionally, all ink and toner cartridges are returned for recycling.

Ways you can be more sustainable in the Residence Halls:

• Utilize recycling bins and empty them into the proper recycling recepticals on your floor.
• Turn off your lights and electronics (computer, stereo, television) when you leave your room.
• Do not run the water while doing dishes or brusing your teeth.
• Dispose of potential hazardous waste items appropriately (ink cartridges, batteries, CFL lightbulbs, etc.)

Sustainable products for your room:

• Desk lamps with LED lights or CFLs
• Eco-friendly alarm clocks
• Energy STAR rated mini-refrigerators
• Energy STAR rated personal fan
• Biodegradable laundry powder
• "Oxy" bleach alternatives
• Non-synthetic, petroleum-free laundry baskets and bags
• Eco-friendly clothes hangers
• Rechargable batteries
• Water filter pitcher
• Reusable non-plastic water bottles
• Smart strips energy strips

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Sustainability at UST