SUSTAINABILITY
Business Services is committed to implementing sustainable practices in our department and provided services. Below you will find some of our recent developments, and there will be many more to come! If you have any questions, comments or suggestions involving sustainability, please contact myself or Business_Services@emerson.edu. No outside solicitations please.
Erica Templeman, Sustainability Coordinator
erica_templeman@emerson.edu
Spring 2008
Recycling Bins in Piano Row Common's Cafe
Business Services has received numerous requests for recycling bins in the Common's Cafe and we are happy to announce that they are now available at this food outlet to recycle your glass and plastic bottles.
February 29, 2008
High-Efficiency Washers in Emerson Laundry Facilities:
Emerson provides Maytag Commercial Energy Advantage High-Efficiency Washers in residence hall laundry rooms. These Energy Star rated washers use less water and energy than conventional washers which cuts utility costs with every load. The high speed extraction during spin cycle helps to cut drying time. The washers in the Piano Row laundry room have, to date, saved 374,704 gallons of water since the building opened in the fall of 2006.
February 28, 2008
New Steamer Purchased for Dining Hall Kitchen:
A new Steamer was recently purchased for the Emerson dining hall kitchen In the Little Building. The new Xtreme Steam by Intek Manufacturing uses 99% less water and 67% less electricity than conventional steamers. This means lower water and sewer bill plus $240.00 in electrical savings each month! The new steamer can cook 48 pounds of frozen vegetables in 17 minutes!
Recycled Paper at Print / Copy Center:
The Emerson Print / Copy Center uses recycled paper for all black & white print and copy jobs!
February 27, 2008
Trayless Week Announcement:
Thank you to everyone for the continued participation during Trayless Week in the dining hall! While we are only going trayless for this week, we are making a major impact here at Emerson. Biodegradable trays have been provided for those who choose to use a tray. We can save over 900 gallons of water per meal time by just not washing trays. There is also a significant energy savings, as the water needs to be heated to 180 degrees in order to effectively clean the trays. Trayless programs run successfully on a regular basis at colleges nationally, notably Quincy Hall of Harvard University, San Francisco State University, and Colby College. All colleges reported not only a significant reduction in water and energy, but also a reduction in the amount of food waste. So thanks again for your support and participation.
Erica Templeman
Sustainability Coordinator
erica_templeman@emerson.edu
