Green Office Resource List
This detailed resource list provides a comprehensive collection of tools, data, and programs to help your office advance its sustainability efforts. Each resource offers information to help make more informed decisions and contribute to a more sustainable campus. Please reach out to the Green Office Team if you would like additional resources!
Zero Waste Compass – Learn what can be recycled on campus through this interactive recycling guide.
Free Food Alert – Subscribe to access free food and become a host to share surplus food to help reduce food waste on campus.
Recycle Right – Search for information on the correct disposal of different items with Pellitteri Waste Systems.
Recyclopedia – Follow these guidelines for disposal of speciality materials (such as light bulbs, batteries, appliances, etc.).
Office of Sustainability Composting Webpage – Learn about the history of composting on campus and the current back-of-house composting system.
Campus Energy Use Data – Learn more about campus energy data, including total energy use and renewable energy use.
Gordon Solar Project Dashboard – Track campus solar panel data such as kW production, yield history, and environmental contribution.
Focus on Energy – Review this resource on how to be more energy efficient and order a no-cost energy-saving pack.
Campus Water Use Data – Learn more about campus water use, including non-potable and potable water.
Water Contamination Prevention – Learn about what can be disposed of into campus drains and toilets.
Salt Wise – Review this website for proper winter salting techniques.
Surplus With A Purpose (SWAP) – Explore this resource to access repurposed items and redistribute surplus office supplies.
Energy Star – Explore this comprehensive list of certified energy-efficient options before making office purchases.
20 Trusted Sustainability Certificates – Consult this resource for credible sustainability certifications to guide purchasing decisions.
Lakeshore Nature Preserve Volunteer Opportunities – View the events calendar to find volunteer opportunities and get involved.
Tribal Relations Office – Learn about the twelve First Nations of Wisconsin, the work happening on campus to foster relationships, and request a Cultural Landscape Tour.
Wunk Sheek – Explore this student organization’s efforts to connect the campus community around Indigenous culture and history.
Office of Inclusion Education – Request a workshop and look through programs and resources about fostering a more inclusive campus.
University Health Services – Access this resource for mental and physical health services and tools to support students.