State-of-the-Art Facilities Process Stanford’s Recycling and Compost
Stanford maximizes waste diversion by sending recyclables, compost, and construction materials to multiple advanced facilities.
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Equipment Repurposed to Feed Animals
Stanford decommissioned its automated recycling sorting line and donated it to a California company, repurposing the equipment to turn food byproducts into animal feed.
Building a Team to Get to Zero Waste
The newly established team brings together expertise on critical pieces of the puzzle to work towards zero waste goals.
It’s Not Just Clean, It’s Cardinal Clean
Stanford is revolutionizing cleaning with its ozone-based Cardinal Clean system, reducing chemical use by 90% and preventing over 2,140 pounds of plastic waste annually.
Zero Waste Expands to School of Medicine
All 14 buildings of the School of Medicine now have recycling bins in labs and compost collection in bathrooms, breakrooms, and kitchens.
Outstanding Waste Prevention Award
Stanford received the Outstanding Waste Prevention Award from the California Resource Recovery Association for the innovative Cardinal Clean program.
Earth Month 2023
Earth Month 2023 was celebrated with many events, community gatherings, and educational opportunities for a more sustainable future.
Deconstructing Mudd Chemistry
The Mudd Chemistry Building has been demolished, with 90% of its waste recycled to reduce environmental impact.
Deconstructing Lou Henry Hoover Building
Stanford’s deconstruction of the Lou Henry Hoover Building diverted 2,400 tons of concrete for downcycling, while preserving Lou Henry Hoover’s legacy through two campus landmarks.
Stanford Recycling Wins 1st Per Capita
Stanford won the top award for the Per Capita category (large campus size) in the 2021 Campus Race to Zero Waste competition.
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