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Official account for Sustainable Operations at Purdue University. Inviting all to take Small Steps and Giant Leaps towards a more sustainable world.

06/03/2026

🌽☀️ Thursdays are for the Farmers Market.

Join us tomorrow from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on Memorial Mall for local produce, plants and sweet treats from your favorite vendors.

Bring a friend and enjoy an afternoon on campus.

05/27/2026

🌽☀️ Your Thursday lunch plans are calling.

The Purdue Farmers Market returns tomorrow from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on Memorial Mall with local produce, flowers, baked goods, lunch options and more.

Grab a friend, enjoy the sunshine and shop local. 🌷

05/13/2026

🌽☀️ The first Purdue Farmers Market of the season was a success, and we are already looking forward to the next one tomorrow.

Join us Thursday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on Memorial Mall for local produce, flowers, baked goods, lunch and more.

See you at the market. 🌷

04/30/2026

🌽 Purdue Farmers Market returns May 7

The Farmers Market is back next week, bringing local vendors, fresh produce, flowers and ready-to-eat favorites to Memorial Mall.

📅 Every Thursday through Oct. 29
⏰ 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Come enjoy the warmer weather, support local businesses and spend time on campus with the community.

04/22/2026

🔌♻️ E-Waste Collection Event | April 24

Safely and responsibly dispose of unwanted electronics at Purdue’s E-Waste Collection Event on Friday, April 24 from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Purdue Armory (north entrance off N. University St.).

Accepted items include TVs, computers, laptops, vacuums and printers. Please note that items containing refrigerants and large appliances will not be accepted. The event is open to the Greater Lafayette community.

View the full list of accepted and nonaccepted items here: https://www.purdue.edu/operations/sustainable-ops/home/initiatives/earth-week/ -waste

04/20/2026

🌎 Celebrate Earth Week at Purdue

Earth Week is a time to come together and focus on sustainability, stewardship and the impact we can make as a community.

View the full list of Earth Week events and find ways to get involved here: https://www.purdue.edu/operations/sustainable-ops/home/initiatives/earth-week/

03/09/2026

🌳 Purdue University has once again been recognized as a Tree Campus USA by the Arbor Day Foundation — marking the 17th consecutive year earning this distinction.

This recognition reflects the dedication of Purdue’s Grounds team and campus partners who care for and maintain the university’s trees and landscape. Their ongoing efforts support a healthy, sustainable campus environment for students, faculty and staff.

Read more: https://www.purdue.edu/operations/blog/2026/02/24/purdue-earns-17th-consecutive-tree-campus-usa-recognition/

02/03/2026

Campus Race to Zero Waste kicked off this week! 🏁♻️ Join us in the competition by following campus recycling procedures and striving to reduce waste.

Learn more about the competition: https://campusracetozerowaste.org/

01/05/2026

Every drop counts 💧 Small water-saving actions on campus support a more sustainable Purdue.

10/29/2025

🍂 Tomorrow is the final Purdue Farmers Market of the season!

Stop by Memorial Mall from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to shop local produce, baked goods, flowers and more while enjoying the fall atmosphere on campus. 🎃🥕

Don’t miss your last chance to experience the market before it returns next year!

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