The two departments currently function separately. Finally, in order to divert more recyclable materials from the regular wastestream we recommend that the number of receptacle locations be increased, the receptacle locations be better advertiosed, and that instructions be present, clear, and frequently updated. Purchasing - Effective recycling requires a closing of the loop. A commendable example of such loop-closing happens here at Columbia. The paper company that collects white paper produced in academic buildings sells that paper to the same company from which Columbia purchases its restroom paper supplies.
Academic departments purchase their own office supplies.
They select supplies from a catalog of goods from Republic Office Supply which ahs a contract with the university. This catalog, whioch is currently being updated, offers 20 office products containing post-consumer waste. Departments may choose what kind of paper they will purchase. We further recomment that a provision be added requiring paper to be chlorine free. Consumption - We recommend a revised postering policy that would increase event awareness and reduce paper consumption by clubs advertising campus events.