| Overall Rating | Gold - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 75.37 |
| Liaison | Suchi Daniels |
| Submission Date | Jan. 14, 2014 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
University of South Florida (Tampa)
SD-8: Dishware
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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Kebreab
Ghebremichael Director of Water Sustainability Concentration Patel College of Global Sustainability |
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Does the institution offer reusable dishware at its dining services locations?:
Yes
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Does the institution offer plastic dishware at its dining services locations?:
No
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Does the institution offer polystyrene (Styrofoam) dishware at its dining services locations?:
No
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Does the institution offer post-consumer recycled content dishware at its dining services locations?:
Yes
None
Does the institution offer biodegradable / compostable dishware at its dining services locations?:
Yes
None
Does the institution offer other types of dishware at its dining services locations?:
Yes
None
Provide a brief description.:
In dining halls, USF Dining utilizes reusable, BPA-free cups and melamine-free plates. All dining halls also offer reusable to-go boxes that divert Styrofoam waste from landfills.
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
Champion's Choice dining hall uses Eco-Friendly PlatewiseTM dinnerware that is made of natural bamboo and is also biodegradable and free of melamine.
USF dining halls also offer a returnable, reusable to-go box to students, faculty and staff. These containers are purchased with a $4 refundable deposit. When the guest returns for their next to go meal, they can return the used container and receive a clean one for no charge or return their container for the $4 refundable deposit. If the guest wishes to just swap the container out for a clean one but not eat in or take out they can do so.
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