University of Alabama Sustainability

University of Alabama Sustainability The University of Alabama is committed to create and support a sustainable environment.

Visit sustainability.ua.edu/ for campus and community green news and visit recycling.ua.edu to see the who, what, when , where, why, and how of our recycling program. Consumption reduction can be accomplished through recycling, constructing LEED certified buildings, utilizing "greener" materials, energy management, changes in individual lifestyles like carpooling and bike riding, just to name a few.

Recycling one ton of paper saves \(4,100\) kWh of energy or 17 trees, according to MIT Facilities.
05/11/2026

Recycling one ton of paper saves \(4,100\) kWh of energy or 17 trees, according to MIT Facilities.

Roughly 80% of household waste is recyclable, but the US recycling rate is only about 32%. Together, we can boost our na...
05/08/2026

Roughly 80% of household waste is recyclable, but the US recycling rate is only about 32%. Together, we can boost our national recycling rate. Below is a list of 5 common household items that you can recycle instead of throwing away! For more info on items that you can recycle here, go to our website: https://uafacilities.ua.edu/recycling/ .

Did you know that The United States annually recycles enough iron and steel scrap metals (known as ferrous scrap), by we...
05/07/2026

Did you know that The United States annually recycles enough iron and steel scrap metals (known as ferrous scrap), by weight, to build more than 900 Golden Gate Bridges — a bridge stretching nearly 9,000 feet?

Glass can be recycled endlessly with no loss in quality or purity. Here, you can recycle it at our only glass bin locate...
05/05/2026

Glass can be recycled endlessly with no loss in quality or purity. Here, you can recycle it at our only glass bin located behind the University’s recycling warehouse.

Congrats to all the Spring 2026 graduates! Congrats to everyone on finishing another semester at UA! We hope all of your...
05/04/2026

Congrats to all the Spring 2026 graduates! Congrats to everyone on finishing another semester at UA! We hope all of your finals went well and wish our graduates luck in their future endeavors. As you move out, travel home, and prepare for your summer activities, don’t forget to live sustainably! Check our website to see if you have anything you can recycle before you go! At home, don’t hesitate to locate the recycling drop offs in your area. Have a great summer!

Did you know that recycling is a $200 billion industry in the U.S? Recycling alone has created over 65,000 jobs in recen...
04/28/2026

Did you know that recycling is a $200 billion industry in the U.S? Recycling alone has created over 65,000 jobs in recent years. Interested in learning more about the economic impact of recycling? Check out the article linked below!

https://deq.mt.gov/files/Land/Recycle/Documents/docs/EEIRinMT.pdf

Cardboard boxes can be recycled at least seven times and can be used to make new packaging boxes and even furniture.
04/23/2026

Cardboard boxes can be recycled at least seven times and can be used to make new packaging boxes and even furniture.

Recycling is in a crisis in the U.S. due to public confusion about recycling. It’s ok to be confused! That’s what we’re...
04/21/2026

Recycling is in a crisis in the U.S. due to public confusion about recycling. It’s ok to be confused! That’s what we’re here for. Comment or message us the questions you’ve always wanted to ask regarding recycling!

04/14/2026

Recycling and composting create 6-10 times more jobs than landfills and incinerators! Sustainability truly pays off 😌

Bama is in Bloom 💐 From today April 7th—April 9, we’re celebrating Bama Blitz: Bama in Bloom. This event is all about gi...
04/07/2026

Bama is in Bloom 💐
From today April 7th—April 9, we’re celebrating Bama Blitz: Bama in Bloom. This event is all about giving back, something we’re really passionate about here at the recycling center. No matter the size of your donation, your impact is big! Click here to join the challenge and keep bama blooming 🌸


https://bamablitz.ua.edu/giving-day/115034/leaderboards

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