Recycling education is an important aspect of waste reduction efforts on UGA’s campus. Students play a crucial role in promoting sustainability practices—educating them about the benefits of recycling can have a significant impact on the environment.  

Bins in every residence hall room are a visual reminder but our efforts go further in focusing on the importance of living a more sustainable lifestyle through peer education led by EcoReps and sustainability ambassadors. 

Through these and other education efforts, students learn about the importance of reducing, reusing and recycling materials. They also gain an understanding of how their individual actions can make a difference in preserving natural resources and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.  

University Housing’s commitment to waste reduction through recycling education is an example of how college campuses can lead the way in promoting sustainable practices. By providing students with access to recycling bins and composting programs, and by offering education and training on the proper ways to recycle, UGA can help create a culture of sustainability on campus  

Moreover, both UGA and Athens also benefit from the economic advantages of recycling. By diverting waste from the landfill and promoting recycling, they save money on waste disposal fees and generate revenue through the sale of recyclable materials.  

Overall, recycling education is a crucial component of sustainability efforts on campus. By raising awareness about the benefits of recycling and providing students with the tools they need to make a positive impact, University Housing hopes to create a more sustainable future.  

For more about sustainability efforts in housing, including composting and community gardens, visit https://housing.uga.edu/about-us/sustainability/