| Overall Rating | Gold - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 67.17 |
| Liaison | Hannah Rushing |
| Submission Date | Feb. 17, 2015 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Sterling College (VT)
OP-23: Waste Diversion
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
|
0.78 / 3.00 |
Kelly
Jones Manager Buildings and Grounds |
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None
Materials diverted from the solid waste landfill or incinerator:
16
Tons
None
Materials disposed in a solid waste landfill or incinerator :
45.40
Tons
None
A brief description of programs, policies, infrastructure investments, outreach efforts, and/or other factors that contributed to the diversion rate, including efforts made during the previous three years:
We launched a new student work position, "Captain Compost," who would focus on a more efficient composting and food waste program. We also added a Director of Community Outreach to partner with food gleaning and food donation programs. Additionally, as part of the Rian Fried Center for Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems, we built a new 400 square foot composting facility.
None
A brief description of any food donation programs employed by the institution:
We participate with Salvation Farms in food gleaning; managing agricultural surplus more efficiently across communities in Vermont. We also participate in the local Meals on Wheels and "Pies for People," which turn surplus agriculture into delicious pies that go to the Hardwick Food Bank.
None
A brief description of any pre-consumer food waste composting program employed by the institution:
Our composting covers both pre- and post-consumer food waste. We have a full-time position, "Captain Compost," who only manages food waste on campus.
None
A brief description of any post-consumer food waste composting program employed by the institution:
Our composting covers both pre- and post-consumer food waste. We have a full-time position, "Captain Compost," who only manages food waste on campus.
Does the institution include the following materials in its waste diversion efforts?:
| Yes or No | |
| Paper, plastics, glass, metals, and other recyclable containers | Yes |
| Food donations | Yes |
| Food for animals | Yes |
| Food composting | Yes |
| Cooking oil | --- |
| Plant materials composting | --- |
| Animal bedding composting | --- |
| Batteries | Yes |
| Light bulbs | Yes |
| Toner/ink-jet cartridges | Yes |
| White goods (i.e. appliances) | No |
| Laboratory equipment | Yes |
| Furniture | Yes |
| Residence hall move-in/move-out waste | Yes |
| Scrap metal | Yes |
| Pallets | Yes |
| Motor oil | No |
| Tires | Yes |
None
Other materials that the institution includes in its waste diversion efforts:
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Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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