Overall Rating Gold - expired
Overall Score 65.74
Liaison Tavey Capps
Submission Date Jan. 31, 2011
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Duke University
Tier2-5: Compost

Status Score Responsible Party
Complete 0.25 / 0.25 Tavey Capps
Environmental Sustainability Director
Office of the Executive Vice President
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Does the institution compost or mulch waste from grounds keeping, including grass trimmings?:
Yes

A brief description of the composting or mulching program:

All of the landscaping waste from Duke University is composted or mulched. Leaves that cannot be mulch mowed in place are transported to compost piles. This material is reused on campus in pest control efforts and landscaping projects. Excess compost is made available to the public.


The website URL where information about the program, policy, or practice is available:
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