- SU won the 2009 PLANT Green Award, the highest sustainability
award given by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Forest Service and Forestry Council. - SU's recycling program
began in 1990 through the - New benches are made from recycled
material. - Since 2003, SU has recycled more than 111 tons of
computers and audio-visual equipment. - In the greenhouse and
interior spaces, Ivory soap and water are used instead of
typical chemicals to remove insects. - Students weed planting
beds to reduce the use of weed - Mulching blades are used on SU
lawnmowers to reduce waste and add nutrients to the soil. -
Bicycle racks are incorporated into campus design to promote an
alternative to driving. - Greenhouse staff wash and reuse pots
and bedding trays instead of discarding. - Campus trash
containers are paired with recycling receptacles so users have a
choice. - Maryland requires the University recycle 20 percent of
its trash; SU always far exceeds this standard. - New battery
recycling program to collect spe