Second Life for Stanford’s Signature Tiles
What would have been demolition debris turns into design assets that preserve Stanford’s iconic architecture and divert 141 tons of clay tiles from landfill.
Sustainably Use Your Purchasing Power
Choosing the types of goods and services that the university purchases, how they are packaged and delivered, and the types of suppliers to engage with are all powerful decisions.
Be Wise about Waste
As campus leaders, your choices shape sustainable culture. Learn and communicate with others how to reduce the creation of items that end up in our waste streams, and be wise about how waste is sorted.
Build A Sustainable Commute
Curious about new ways to get to and from campus? Stanford Transportation offers resources such as commute consultations and toolkits to help you plan a commute that could save you money and lower emissions!
Attend conferences and events virtually instead of traveling, when possible.
Become a Leak Detective
Keep an eye out for leaks in your residence and campus facilities, both indoors and outdoors. Even small leaks add up. Thank you for preventing water waste!
- Leaks in campus buildings or outdoor areas should be reported by calling Maintenance Customer Service at 650-723-2281
- Single family home residents can sign up for leak alerts through the WaterSmart Portal. For help fixing leaks, homeowners can visit the EPA’s Fix a Leak Week website
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