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USD characterizes Zero Waste as a dynamic process that requires a systems approach. While the intent is to become a 100 percent waste-free campus, a diversion rate of 90 percent shall be considered a successful rate of “Zero Waste” diversion during the preliminary stages of the process.
Waste diversion is the prevention and reduction of waste through source reduction, recycling, and composting.
“No burn, no bury”
Zero Waste Definition
What do we waste?
Why is the Zero Waste initiative important?
What do you want to know about?
About Sustainability at USD…
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Over 5,000 solar panels across 11 Buildings
Inside Energy Efficiency at USD
≈ $10 million in conservation measures
Saved over 6 million kWh in one year
More than $1 in annual savings
Over 5,000 solar panels across 11 buildings
Produces almost 2 Million kWh annually (7% of total consumption)
Renewable Energy Overview
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University of San Diego-Historical Water Consumption
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The Story of Stuff
Waste Stream DataA 2012 waste audit reveals the composition of the USD waste stream. The Zero Waste initiative aims to reduce both overall waste produced and discarded, in addition to capturing a higher percentage of waste that can be diverted from the landfill.
Solid Waste (41%)
Cardboard (5%)
Green Waste (1%)
Conmingled (51%)
E-Waste
Source: Waste Management “Environmental Services Proposal for the University of San Diego,” October 2012
Marketing • Create a flier to post on social
media and/or electronic displays
• Email event information to the attendees
• Highlight the sustainable features of the event on fliers
Before the Event
Food • Ensure food is packaged in minimal, recyclable
packaging and does not require utensils (examples: burritos, pizza, kabobs, bulk sandwiches)
• Ensure vegan/vegetarian options are available
• Order/buy organic, local, seasonal, and in bulk when possible
• Order only the amount of food needed to ensure little to no left-over food
• Serve beverages in pitchers; avoid single-serving beverages
• If necessary, supply drinks in recyclable containers
Before the Event
Supplies• Use reusable plates, flatware, and
napkins
• Encourage attendees bring their own water bottles or cups; ensure access to a water fountain/filling machine or provide multi-serving beverages
• Provide clearly labeled recycle and compost bins
Before the Event
• Announce the event is Zero Waste; direct attendees to recycle/compost bins
• After the meal, monitor attendees to ensure that waste is being disposed of properly
• Limit the amount of paper distributed at the meeting; email the agenda/meeting items or project materials to avoid printing copies
During the Event
• Ensure waste is properly sorted; pull out incorrectly sorted waste
• Use earth-friendly cleaning products
• Let attendees take home left-over food
• Take food scraps to the compost bin behind Mission Crossroads if applicable (note: meat/dairy cannot go in the compost bins)
After the Event