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Key Objective: 69. Eliminate Purchase of Non-Recyclable Material when Suitable Substitutes Exist

Eliminate purchase of non-recyclable material when suitable substitutes exist. - within one year

Associated Metric

No metric specified for this objective

Explanation

"To ensure that a larger percentage of the University's waste stream can be recycled, the procurement policy will seek to eliminate the purchase of non-recyclable materials when suitable substitutes exist."

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Project History

  • 7/18/2023

    F&S Policy on the purchase of paper states that, "When purchasing paper for copiers and printers, Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)-certified products with a minimum of 30 percent recycled content must be selected."

  • 11/7/2021

    Do you want to ensure that your spending is ethical and making a positive impact on the world? Is being mindful about where your money goes important to you? This webinar provides the tools you need to think critically about your own consumption.