Saint Joseph’s University Recycling Update *

April 11, 2008

Here are the recycling results for SJU's first year in the RecycleMania Contest. See totals below

RecycleMania Contest Results Saint Joseph's University 2008

Graphical Representation

Spreadsheet data (in tons)

The total recycled for the ten weeks was 29.47 tons. This included 5.09 tons of comingled containers, 24.08 tons of cardboard and .30 tons of paper. The totals by building are:

Campion: 14.0 tons

Merion Gardens: 5.27 tons

Sourin: 4.60 tons

University Press: 3.50 tons

Simpson 1.40 tons

Overbrook: .70 tons

For more information on Recyclemania, go the their website at: www.recyclemania.org

Thanks for recycling. Good luck for the 2009 contest!

* RecycleMania charts provided by Allied Waste Recyclery

January 15, 2008

The success of Saint Joseph’s recycling program depends on the efforts of the entire campus community and so far we are doing well. In 2006, we recycled only 9.7 tons of materials on campus. In 2007, through October 31, we had already recycled 54.26 tons of paper and beverage containers on campus.

Non-rechargable, non-hazardous batteries (carbon-zinc), such as 1.5 volt AA, AAA or 9 volt batteries used in flashlights, calculators, etc. can also be recycled. When you have accumulated used non-hazardous batteries, contact Ruby Robinson by e-mail at recycle@sju.edu or by phone at 610-660-1369 to arrange for pick-up.

All other waste batteries and florescent bulbs are not part of the recycling program, they are collected separately under the SJU Universal Waste Policy and safely disposed of. See the policy at: SJU :HSE Universal Waste Policy. Since this also keeps these items out of the environment, we are in the process of compiling numbers of their volume to measure our progress.

We will keep you informed of our progress. Keep up the good work!

Recycling at Saint Joseph’s University

General Information:

Saint Joseph’s University understands the importance of conservation and preserving the environment. As a result, the University is expanding its existing recycling program beginning June 1, 2007 to reduce the amount of waste on campus. The University is committed to the idea of being environmentally friendly and making recycling standard practice. In order to do this, we need all faculty, staff, and students to participate in this program.

This program will provide the opportunity to recycle office paper, newsprint, aluminum and tin cans, plastic containers, as well as computer monitors. Saint Joseph’s University, in conjunction with the Arthur Jackson Company, is responsible for recycling in all academic and administrative buildings and residence halls on campus.

The University employs a full-time recycling coordinator and one full-time employee to facilitate the removal of recycled materials. The Recycling Coordinator, Ruby Robinson, can be reached by e-mail at recycle@sju.edu or by phone at
610-660-1369.

Computer monitors are now coordinated through the Information Technology Office by Rhiannon Hoover and she may be reached by e-mail at rhoover@sju.edu or by phone at 610-660-3387.

Frequently Asked Questions:

What can I recycle at Saint Joseph’s University?

• Recyclable Materials
• Paper
• Newspaper
• Phone books
• Cans
• Bottles
• Non-rechargable batteries (carbon-zinc)

Newspaper:

All newspaper can be recycled. Newspaper must be separated from regular paper.

Phone books:

Phone books may be stacked next to any recycling bin or paper bin.

Cans:

Aluminum
Tin

Bottles:

Plastic - #1 and #2 ONLY
Glass – Jars and bottles

Batteries:

Non-rechargable, non-hazardous batteries (carbon-zinc), such as 1.5 volt AA, AAA or 9 volt batteries used in flashlights, calculators, etc. can also be recycled. When you have accumulated used non-hazardous batteries, contact Ruby Robinson by e-mail

at recycle@sju.edu or by phone at 610-660-1369 to arrange for pick-up.

Where can I put my recyclables?

Large containers are available for paper and are marked “Paper Only.” Containers are also available for cans and bottles and are marked “Aluminum, Glass and Plastic.” These containers will be located in the hallways, lobbies, laundry rooms, and vending machine areas throughout all campus buildings. For your convenience, some areas also have “fibrex units” for trash, paper, bottles and cans.

When you place your recyclables in the proper containers, they will be collected by our University staff and taken to designated recycling dumpsters located on campus. Allied Waste, our sanitation company, will then pick up the collected materials and take them to their collection facilities in King of Prussia. There they will be processed into raw materials.

If you happen to have a large amount of recyclable material, you may contact us at recycle@sju.edu or 610-660-1369 and we will provide you with extra containers and arrange a special pick-up for you.

What is made from our recyclables?

Some of the products made from recycled material:

• Office paper
• Notebook paper
• Newspapers
• Paper towels
• Toilet paper
• Carpet
• Traffic cones
• Flooring and window frames
• Plastic shopping bags and trash bags

Why should Saint Joseph’s recycle?

There are many reasons why we should recycle on Saint Joseph’s campus. By recycling we are saving natural resources and energy. Every ton of recycled steel saves 2,500 pounds of iron ore, 1,000 pounds of coal and 40 pounds of limestone. Every ton of recycled paper saves 17 trees, 7,000 gallons of water, 22.5 kilowatt hours of electricity and 3.3 cubic yards of landfill space.

The University looks forward to working with all faculty, staff and students in our effort to conserve resources. We also look forward to participating in Recycle Mania 2008 starting in January, 2008, which is a national recycling contest for colleges and universities throughout the country.
Join us today--and every day-- in our efforts to be good environmental individuals.