What We're Doing on Campus
We work together to continually develop and implement sustainable solutions. Through Green Thread, our environmental sustainability platform, we bring innovative and efficient solutions to life. We are passionately focused on reducing the environmental impact within our operations.
Here are just a few ways we work to make our campus more environmentally conscious:
Local Purchasing
Did you know Dining Services sources food from many local farmers, growers and distributors? The list changes throughout the year depending on seasonality and availability. However, here is a sampling of a few of our partners.
- Sysco (Eastern MArtland) Pocomoke, MD
- Amoroso Baking Co. Philadelphia, PA
- UDairy Creamery Newark, DE
Recycling
Dining Services participates in the University Single Stream Recycling program. We are committed to minimizing our environmental footprint. Look for signs in our locations for information on where to put your recyclables.
Trayless Dining
By dining trayless, you have helped positively impact the waste stream. Dining trayless minimizes food waste, conserves energy and water, and reduces the amount of cleaning chemicals entering the waster stream.
Reusables
Take part in our reusable mug program to reduce waste and receive a discount on fountain beverages and coffee in ALL retail dining locations.
Fryer Oil Recycling
One hundred percent of dining services used fryer oil is recycled and turned into bio-diesel fuel.
Hydration Stations
Dining Services offers several hydration stations throughout campus. Use the filtered water station to refresh and refuel while helping to impact your carbon footprint.
