The Giving Trees
Stanford’s on-site milling program transforms fallen limbs into campus benches and student art–providing the campus community a sustainable alternative to imported lumber.
From the menu to materials, every catering choice shapes the impact of your event. Learn how to host gatherings that are delicious as well as sustainable with our sustainable catering tips and guide. Share these ideas and resources with your catering vendor of choice to ensure a sustainable collaboration for your event!
- Review the Sustainable Catering Guide for helpful recommendations to implement and share with vendors
- To support responsible purchasing, consider working with caterers who are certified small businesses
- To reduce the environmental impact of catering services, consider plant-forward food options and other ways to reduce animal proteins
- Prioritize reusable service ware. If reusable service ware isn’t feasible, utilize certified compostable items
- Refer to the Sustainable Stanford Greener Gatherings resources for more information
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