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Stop the Drafts and Energy Waste

Posted on January 20, 2021January 14, 2021 by akadrie

Is a winter draft forcing you to crank up the heat and increase your electric bill?  Drafts are a common occurrence around windows and doors, especially in older houses where Read More …

Posted in  Energy ,  Sustainability Tip of the Week , SustainabilityTagged DIY projects, drafts, energy efficiency, Sustainability, sustainable livingLeave a comment

December Book Drive Results

Posted on January 18, 2021January 14, 2021 by akadrie

The results of the December book drive to help replenish our Little Free program are in. A total of 310 books were collected! Here is a breakdown of the types Read More …

Posted in SustainabilityTagged  Recycling  , book donation, Facilities and Services, Little Free Library, SustainabilityLeave a comment

Keep up with your eco-friendly goals in 2021

Posted on January 13, 2021January 12, 2021 by akadrie

The past year, nature has been pushing limits with multiple disasters, from hurricanes to California’s record-breaking wildfires. But the biggest news events in 2020 (COVID-19, politics, social justice) overshadowed these Read More …

Posted in  Sustainability Tip of the Week , SustainabilityTagged go green pledge, goals, Sustainability, sustainable livingLeave a comment

Design Contest and Sustainable Engagement

Posted on January 11, 2021January 12, 2021 by akadrie

There are many opportunities to connect with a community of like-minded University members. Even with social distancing in place and most events going virtual, there are still ways to engage Read More …

Posted in  Go Green  ,  Recycling  , SustainabilityTagged art contest, Bigbelly, Facilities and Services, poster contest, Sustainability, University of RochesterLeave a comment

Dishwasher or hand wash?

Posted on January 6, 2021January 12, 2021 by akadrie

It may be hard to believe, but an electric dishwasher is a greener choice than hand washing dishes. Washing dishes by hand can use up to 27 gallons of water Read More …

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