Our Commitment to Sustainable Practices
At Ramapo College, we take pride in fostering a campus culture that prioritizes sustainability in our facilities. Our commitment to environmental responsibility extends across various aspects of campus operations, demonstrating our dedication to creating a more resilient and eco-conscious community.
Key Sustainability Initiatives:
1. Energy Efficiency:
- Implementation of energy-efficient lighting systems and appliances across campus.
- Ongoing upgrades to HVAC systems for improved energy performance.
2. Renewable Energy Sources:
- Integration of solar panels on select buildings to harness clean, renewable energy.
- Collaboration with local providers to increase the percentage of renewable energy in our campus energy mix.
3. Waste Reduction and Recycling:
- Expansion of recycling programs to reduce waste sent to landfills.
- Introduction of composting initiatives in campus dining facilities and residence areas.
- We proudly practice furniture reuse, by refurbishing and repurposing items whenever possible.
General Campus Refuse Removal Procedures:
- Residence Halls: Village and CPA: Residents are required to sort their trash and recycling. Trash is self deposited on a regular basis into outdoor collection areas. Recycling is picked up weekly by a student team. See your Hall office for pickup directions and schedule. (pickup is discontinued during summer)
- Laurel, Pine, Mackin, Bischoff, and Overlook: Residents are required to separate their trash and recycling. Trash and recycling is self deposited into collection bins in the building’s Trash room.
- Personal Offices/Cubicles: Occupants are required to self deposit all refuse into a common collection area, sorted recycling and trash. Deskside refuse will not be collected.
- Classrooms, labs, lounges, and common areas: campus provided refuse removal will be provided.
Filtered Hydration Station Locations:
Drink Local
Recognition and Certifications:
- Ramapo College recognized as Tree Campus, established in 2020.
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