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Waste sorting bins in the George Sherman Union at Boston University

BU introduces new Zero Waste Plan

Emily Stevenson March 9, 2021
Boston University released an initiative Wednesday to achieve zero waste on campus by 2030 with a plan that is already in effect at Warren Towers and West Campus residences, according to a BU Sustainability representative.
Boston University installed three-bin recycling systems in Claflin, Rich and Sleeper Halls in West Campus to make recycling easier for residents. HANNAH YOSHINAGA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU adds additional recycling bins in West Campus

Kylee Nguyen February 10, 2021
Trash, food waste and mixed recycling bins are now available on every floor that has a trash room in Claflin Hall, Rich Hall and Sleeper Hall. Previously, West Campus residences had recycling on only one floor of each building.
Recycling bins in Boston University’s Sleeper Hall. BU is working on implementing more recycling centers in its West Campus residences after pressure from students. PERRY SOSI/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

BU works to increase recycling in West Campus this semester

Isabella Abraham November 18, 2020
Students are asking BU to take its sustainability initiatives a step further by offering more opportunities to recycle on campus.
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