Class of 2015
Go Green at WC
A Message from the Student Government Association
The actions of every student add up to make a huge difference on campus. This is why it is important to make a conscious effort to make choices that will be environmentally friendly.
Before You Get Here
- Buy compact fluorescent or LED bulbs for any lamps in your dorm
- Choose energy efficient appliances
- Get a Brita filter instead of using disposable plastic water bottles
- Bring reusable plates, cups, and utensils rather than disposable ones
- Purchase items used so new materials do not have to be manufactured- this also saves you money
- Coordinate with your roommate about who brings what
- Buy local instead of shipping items
Moving In
- Pack items in reusable containers
- Recycle cardboard boxes from new appliances or TVs in the recycling found in each dorm
- Use newspaper to pack breakable objects rather than Styrofoam packing peanuts
When You Are Here
- Recycle bottles, cans, papers, cardboard, etc. in the bins down the hall
- Recycle batteries at the Help Desk of OIT in William Smith basement
- Be conscious of taking shorter showers to conserve water
- Turn off your air conditioning, lights, TV, etc. when you are not in the room
- Unplug appliances such as chargers, microwaves, printers, lamps, etc. when they are not in use
- Print papers double sided
- Sign up to have your bills paid online and to see your bank statements as e-mails rather than paper
- Bring a reusable mug when getting coffee or tea at Java George
- Take a reusable water bottle to the gym
- Only wash your clothes if it is a full load
- Buy local food—there is a farmers market every Saturday in the fall and spring
- Participate in efforts for sustainability on campus such as joining Student Environmental Alliance
- Use natural cleaning supplies—diluted baking soda and vinegar is an effective cleaner
- Chestertown is walkable—bike or walk around campus and town instead of driving
- Bring reusable bags when shopping at local stores