Overall Rating Bronze - expired
Overall Score 41.92
Liaison Meghna Tare
Submission Date Jan. 27, 2011
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University of Texas at Arlington
Tier2-5: Compost

Status Score Responsible Party
Complete 0.25 / 0.25 Meghna Tare
Director
Office of Sustainability
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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:

UT Arlington's award-winning composting program is not only practical and environmentally-friendly but is an outstanding learning tool and model for others considering similar programs. Items that can be and are collected and composted include:
1. Coffee grounds and paper coffee filters
2. Fruit Peels and Skins
3. Leftover Salads
4. Boiled Eggshells


The website URL where information about the program, policy, or practice is available:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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