Reuse at BU: Simple Ways to Cut Waste and Go Green
Sustainability is all about taking small, meaningful actions that add up to something big. Whether it’s grabbing lunch in a reusable container, using a reusable water bottle, or donating items at move–out, reusing helps cut down waste and keep our campus green. Here are a few easy ways you can make reusing part of your everyday BU routine: Choose to Reuse […]
Turning Move-Out Donations into Community Impact
Sustainability and helping the poor can go hand in hand. In partnership with the Faith & Ecological Justice Program at the School of Theology, BU Sustainability has collected over 2,000 pounds of textiles that will go to local homeless shelters and community organizations in Greater Boston. This program is the brainchild of a Master of […]
Welcoming our Zero Waste Fellow Grant Haas
We at BU Sustainability want to introduce you to our newest team member, Grant Haas. For many of you, he is likely a familiar face. As a student, he served as one of our Zero Waste Interns, supporting various waste reduction programs on campus. Now, we are thrilled to welcome Grant back in a new role: […]
Move-out at BU, a Waste Reduction Game of Tetris
Imagine for a second that every person in a small city moves out of their homes and apartments all within a couple of days—and after everyone has moved out, all of those beds are filled by new people.
BU Hockey Goes Zero Waste
On November 8th and 9th, Boston University and UMass Lowell came together to promote sustainability with their hockey fans.
WCVB News Channel 5: Mass. university continues to clean up its act for ‘Allston Christmas’
“Allston Christmas — a time of year when apartment leases turn over, “Storrow-ings” skyrocket, and curbside deals can be found around every corner. To learn more view the full report on the WCVB website.
WASTE DIVE: How Boston University manages the disposal chaos of move-out season
“One the largest universities in Massachusetts diverted an estimated 113 tons of material from disposal as students left in May.” To read more of this article in Waste Dive from August 28, 2024, click here.
Eco-Friendly College Life: How to Move In and Live Sustainably
Boston University Sustainability has some tips for pulling off an eco-friendly Move-in. Read more of this blog from BU Sustainability Intern Sophia Doiron (COM ’25) in BU Today.
Pledge With Purpose: A Call to Action for a Zero Waste Campus at Boston University
As we stand at the crossroads of environmental stewardship and community engagement, a transformative movement is underway at Boston University.
Your Guide to Demystifying Recycling at BU
You may wonder, “Why does this item with a recycling symbol not go into the recycling bin?” Or “I didn’t realize this could be recycled.” It can be confusing, but we are here to help demystify recycling and help you better sort your waste.