Sustainability at SMU Dining
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Sustainability at SMU Dining 


SMU Dining is committed to protecting and improving our environmental impact and supporting our community. By minimizing food waste, recycling, purchasing locally and using biodegradable products, we are committed to preserving the Earth for generations to come.  Examples of what we are doing follow:

      Full Organic section in the Hughes-Trigg Market

      Organic Vegetables and Fruits at the RFoC Health Corner

      Promote Trayless Dining

      Locally Grown Purchasing

      Waste Awareness and Nutritional Programs

      Recyclemania

      Recycle Paper, Cardboard and Fryer oil

      Biodegradable To-Go Containers

      100% Recycled Paper Napkins

      Energy Efficient Lighting and Equipment

      Adhere to Monterey Bay Aquarian Seafood Guidelines

      SMU Recycled Mug Program

      Zero Trans Fat Oils

      EcoLab Cleaning Products

      Use Herb Garden Planted on SMU

      Sustainability and Environmental Stewardship is integrated in New Hire training

Click on the Green Thread logo to see all that we're doing to protect & improve our environment!