University of Wisconsin–Madison

Tag: Water Conservation

The Royal Flush: Sending less water and money down the drain

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In 2017, University of Wisconsin-Madison graduate student Johnny Uelmen applied for the Green Fund—a program of the Office of Sustainability that awards money to student-developed projects that reduce the environmental impact and operating costs of campus buildings. Uelman was awarded close to $6,000 to support the installation of low-flow toilets in the University Housing Tripp …

Student Intern Column: Where Does Our Water Go?

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Hannah Kasun is a junior studying Music Performance and Environmental Studies. She began her internship for the Office of Sustainability this summer as part of the Waste and Recycling Team, which provides education, tools, and resources to help campus groups improve their recycling and composting efforts. She enjoys working with other positive, passionate people interested in sustainability …