Become a Master Recycler in 2015!
Now’s the time to sign-up for the 2015 Linn and Benton Master Recycler class offered by Republic Services and OSU Campus Recycling – act soon to secure your spot! When: 8 required classes on Tuesday nights, January 13th through March 3rd at 6:15-9:00 pm 2 required Saturday field trips on January 31, 9 am – […]
Coffee Cup Coup – Can we count you in?
The Coffee Cup Coup is a campaign founded in the belief that together, we can overthrow the tyranny of the disposable cup. Why, you say? Because… 3,000 coffee cups are thrown away every day at OSU. In a recent audit, we found 563 coffee cups in just 1 dumpster. They are never recyclable. Reusable mugs […]
Question of the Week: Cups Trashed at OSU
Time for our Question of the Week! The first person to provide a correct answer will win a durable Beavers Reuse mug, like the one pictured here. Submit your answer here (“Leave a Reply,” below) or on our Facebook page. Only one post per person, please. Question of the Week How many disposable coffee cups are estimated […]
Reedcycler's Believe it or Not: Doors, Dirt, and Weapons Waste
Welcome back, readers; it’s time for the final installment of Reedcycler’s Believe it or Not. For this last week, we’ll be taking a look at an unlikely building material, as well as dipping into the massive world of recycled art. Palestinian architects build houses from the ground up History has a way of repeating itself, […]
Got a mug? Get FREE coffee Tuesday and Wednesday!
The OSU Waste Watchers want to reward you for carrying a reusable mug with you! Come to the MU Quad between 11:00 am and 1:00 pm on Tuesday and/or Wednesday December 2nd and 3rd with your reusable mug to get a free cup of organic, fair-trade coffee (tea also available)! While supplies last. Only offered […]
Reedcycler's Believe it or Not: Revisiting Recycling Regulations
This week’s Believe it or Not will take a look back at some of the dirtier moments in recycling’s history, including the exploitation of recycling laws, and one of the most pivotal moments in sustainability lawmaking. The Love Canal: a recipe for disaster One of the largest environmental disasters began with a plot of land […]
"Giving Thanks" Sales at the OSUsed Store Saturday and Wednesday
‘Tis the season to think about the things we are thankful for, and for the OSUsed Store, it is our wonderful customers! That is why we are hosting two Giving Thanks Sales on Saturday, 11/22, 9 am – 12 pm and Wednesday, 11/26, 12 pm – 3 pm. At these sales customers will be invited […]
Question of the Week: Holiday Food Scraps
Time for our Question of the Week! The first person to provide a correct answer will win a reusable OSU ChicoBag, like the one pictured here. Submit your answer here (“Leave a Reply,” below) or on our Facebook page. Only one post per person, please. Question of the Week Food waste made up 21% of all of the […]
Reedcycler's Believe it or Not: Instruments and Islands
Welcome back to Reedcycler’s Believe it or Not! For this week’s weird waste, we’ll be taking a look at an island made from plastic bottles, and the heartwarming story of an orchestra who rose from humble beginnings in a landfill. Orchestra plays instruments made entirely of trash The slum of Cateura, Paraguay sits upon a […]
Question of the Week: Oregon's Recycle Rate
Time for our Question of the Week! The first person to respond with the correct answer will win a reusable OSU utensil set, like the one pictured here. Submit your answer here (“Leave a Reply,” below) or on our Facebook page. Only one post per person, please. Question of the Week Oregon has a history of being […]