Award-Winning Accomplishments Toward Zero Waste
Innovative zero waste projects at Stanford University have been gaining recognition for over 20 years.
Residential & Dining Enterprises
Residential & Dining Enterprises (R&DE)'s sustainability commitment is embedded in leadership, daily operations, and collaborations with students and faculty. R&DE leads pioneering food research, co-founding the Menus of Change University Research Collaborative and the R&DE Stanford Food Institute. The flagship “Give & Go” program diverts over 70 tons of reusable materials from landfills annually, supporting the student community and reducing waste.
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Greener Gatherings: Cutting Waste, Increasing Impact
Ideas to responsibly reduce waste at your next event.
Stanford’s First Major Concert Showcases Environmentally-Conscious Entertainment
Stanford has set a new benchmark for sustainability at live events through its first major concert hosted by Stanford Athletics and Stanford Live. Sustainable Stanford hosted a fireside chat with sustainability leadership from Live Nation and Warner Music Group in tandem with this milestone.
Students Showcase Campus Sustainability Initiatives at Annual Symposium
From reducing embodied carbon in construction to piloting organic landscape management, the annual Student Sustainability Symposium highlighted how student-led innovation is driving sustainability at Stanford.
Community Made: Rewear, Reuse, Repeat
Events like Big Swap, a swap event run by-and-for students, aim to use Stanford resources to codify cultural norms of sharing and increase the efficacy of reuse initiatives.
Big Swap 2
Jun 6 | 4pm–7pm
Big Swap 2 on June 6th 4-7pm at Mars and Xanadu houses is a chance for students and staff to give, get, and share clothing, bikes, furniture, electronics, decor, and more!
Student Sustainability Symposium
Jun 5 | 08:30am–3:30pm
Join this year’s student interns and fellows as we celebrate the culmination of their projects. If you’re interested in hearing about these projects that advance …
How to Live Sustainably on Campus
Want to make a real difference on campus? From laundry habits to leftovers, every action you take helps move Stanford toward a more sustainable future.
Aspen Spring Sustainability Festival
Apr 18 | 4pm–7pm
Celebrate Earth Day with the Aspen Neighborhood! The inaugural BIG SWAP premieres at this festival! Enjoy catered hors d’oeuvres and beverages, create your own flower …
How to Eat Sustainably on Campus
Ideas to reduce the climate impact of your food choices on campus.
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