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Sustainability on Campus
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We Compost -Panther Dining,Aramark Grounds and the Agroecology Program have partnered to make a nutrient rich soil with pre consumer food scraps from the dining locations. The compost is used in the organic garden to grow produce sold at the FIU Farmer's Market. |
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Recycled Coffee Grounds - Panther Dining and Aramark Grounds recycle used coffee grounds from Starbucks and Cafe Bustelo to be used as a natural fertilizer for campus landscaping needs. This single step will keep approximately 20,000 lbs of waste out of our landfills each year and promote a healthier environment on campus! |
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Think Clean...Think Green - We use environmentally friendly,Green Seal cleaning supplies. We clean our floors using Blue Cleaning Technology which is chemical free and only uses an electrically activated water cleaning solution that breaks apart and lifts dirt from surfaces like a magnet. |
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Organic Snacks - Want something nutritious,great tasting and organic? Check out our organic selection in P.O.D Market convenience store. We offer a variety of prepared meals, dried fruits and energy bars. |
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Donated Food - We serve our community by donating leftover and unused food to the Miami Rescue Mission. Panther Dining managers also take time to volunteer throughout the year. Find out how you can help your community at the Miami Rescue Mission. |
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Reduce, Reuse and Recycle - We are working with F.I.U Facilities and the Office of Sustainability to recycle our cardboard,office paper,plastics and glass. |
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Feel Good Coffee - Einstein Bros. Bagels, Java City and Starbucks use Fair Trade Coffee. This ensures that the coffee bean farmers receive fair market value for their product and encourages future production of a high quality product. |
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Reusable Mugs - Get a reusable mug and get a discount on coffee and fountain soft drinks at all of Panther Dining's retail locations. Go Green - Save Green! |
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We Keep Conservation in Mind- We are initiating energy and water conservation programs along with training for managers and employees. |
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Our French Fries Can Power a Car - We are partnering with FiltaFry to recycle our used fryer oil into biodiesel. |
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Tray-less Dining - The Fresh Food Co. is a tray-less dining facilities. Studies show that by removing trays from all-you-can-eat venues, waste is reduced by 20%-30% |
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Greening Our Team- Besides having a Sustainability Coordinator, we have dedicated employees who join the sustainable initiative by being part of our Green Team and making sure their locations are as green as can be. | |
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