Environmental Stewardship Award
National Teach-In On Climate Change
It's that time again! Recycle Mania 2009 is here and it is our 3rd year participating in the competition. This year there are 496 schools from across the country competing against each other - 17 from Illinois! More importantly, 2 are in the Missouri Valley conference - MSU and SIU. Every Monday beginning February 2nd, we'll update our ranking in relation to MSU and SIU. So check back regulary.
This year the competition will be a little different. In addition to tracking the amount of recyclables generated per week, we will also be tracking the amount of garbage generated each week. Our goal…to minimize the amount of waste generated on campus! It's never been easier to show your school spirit. You can help ISU win by recycling! For ideas on how to reduce how much you throw in the trash each week check out these tips.
In 2001 a competition began between Ohio University and Miami University to see who could recycle the most over a 10 week period. That year Miami won. The competition has grown exponentially since it began.
Recycle Mania is a 10 week competition between colleges and universities across the country to see who can recycle the most. The winners in each category receive a traveling trophy and a permanent award to recognize their accomplishments.
To see who else participated and to learn more about the event, visit the RecycleMania Web site.
We’ve made it easy for you. All you have to do is recycle! In most buildings recycling bins are located next or near trash cans. They are also located near the entry ways of most buildings. If you are having trouble locating recycling bins email us at greenteam@ilstu.edu or call (309) 438-SAVE (7283).
To find out the results, visit the RecycleMania Web site.
