Q. I made the switch to CFL bulbs, how do I dispose of them when they eventually burn out? A. Because Compact Florescent Lightbulbs (CFLs) contain a small amount of gaseous mercury, you should not dispose of them in individual waste containers. Individuals should dispose of […]
Q. Where can I recycle my batteries on campus? A. Rechargeable batteries, including cell phone batteries, can be recycled in the e-waste bins in the ZSR Library and Benson University Center. As you may know AAA-D batteries no longer contain Mercury and are therefore no […]
Q. Wait, there’s no Styrofoam in the Reynolda Fresh Food Company? How am I supposed to take food to-go from the Pit? A. You heard right. In 2009, as a university community, we disposed of over 7,000 foam to-go containers each week. Starting in the fall […]
1/13, 7 pm: A screening of the award-winning documentary will be followed by a discussion led by Rick Walker of Rain Catchers. Come learn about water collection and harvesting techniques. Temple Emanuel 201 Oakwood Drive Winston-Salem (near Thruway Shopping Center) Admission is free. Call call […]
While pundits debate the causes of our changing climate, energy conservation remains the most impactful way our institution can decrease its carbon footprint as well as shield itself from rising energy costs. Mike Draughn, Wake Forest’s Director for Maintenance and Utilities, is responsible for much […]