| Overall Rating | Gold - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 67.40 |
| Liaison | Saiyare Refaei |
| Submission Date | March 12, 2013 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Pacific Lutheran University
OP-T2-23: Compost
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
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0.25 / 0.25 |
Jenny
Taylor Researcher Sustainability |
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Does the institution compost or mulch waste from grounds keeping, including grass trimmings?:
Yes
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A brief description of the composting or mulching program:
PLU collects ground waste in mowers, sweepers, and carts and either deposits them back on the grounds as mulch, or hauls it to a private composting facility off campus. Tree branches are chipped and handled in the same way.
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The website URL where information about the program, policy, or practice is available:
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Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
PLU’s Climate Action Plan & Sustainability Guide:
http://www.plu.edu/sustainability/How-is-PLU-involved/PLU%20CAP%20and%20Sustainability%20Guide.pdf
In 2011-2012 academic year, PLU composted 235,960.0 pounds of yard waste, over 12% of PLU’s total waste.
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