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Sustainability & Climate Action Plan

Ohio University is committed to reducing waste from campus activities and aspires to become an institution that responsibly manages all waste. Check out OHIO's Sustainability & Climate Action Plan for detailed information.

  • Goal 1: Divert 60% of its municipal waste from landfills by 2026
  • Goal 2: Increase diversion from landfill to reuse, recycle & composting
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OHIO Campus Recycling

Ohio University’s Sustainability & Climate Action Plan includes a focus on Waste Management. Led by Campus Recycling & Zero Waste, OHIO strives to increase the diversion of waste from landfills to reuse, recycling and composting.

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Composting diverts organic waste, provides accessible solution for building climate resilience

Composting is a simple, cheap and effective way to reduce methane emissions and divert waste from landfills all while creating a nutrient-dense soil. Recent OHIO Honors Tutorial College environmental studies graduate Catherine Galla discusses composting accessibility and awareness.

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Sustainable Infrastructure Hub Ohio University

OHIO faculty invited to apply for Sustainable Infrastructure Hub position

The OHIO Sustainability Committee is seeking a faculty member to oversee and coordinate collaborative sustainability research, engagement and curriculum efforts for the Sustainable Infrastructure Hub. 

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Ecohouse 2025

Going Green: OHIO Ecohouse shows how everyday homes can make a global impact while providing student learning opportunities

Sustainability can be practiced anywhere - even in houses located on central campus. Through the University's Ecohouse, students learn how to live sustainably while lessening their impact on the Earth.

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