Earth Day is April 22 \u2013 a perfect reminder that every day is a chance to show our planet some love! While there are many eco-friendly things we weave into our daily lives already, Earth Day is a great opportunity to promote sustainability. Whether you\u2019re working remotely or commuting into the office, take a look at these tips and resources to go green:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Use the MSU Recycling Center<\/strong><\/a>: <\/strong>The MSU Recycling Center always leads the charge for reusable materials at MSU. The center is open seven days a week for drop-off of materials. These materials can be anything and everything, including books, cardboard, glass, plastics, and more! Read the Public Drop-off Recycling Center Guide<\/a> to find their hours and what and how to drop things off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Join the Waste Warriors<\/strong><\/a>: The Surplus Store & Recycling Center\u2019s Waste Warriors program cultivates waste reduction and the utilization of waste as a resource by training and empowering the MSU community to promote these practices among their peers. By becoming a Waste Warrior, you join a group of like-minded staff and faculty from across campus who each pledge to be part of the solution that will lead MSU down the path to zero waste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Meridian Township Spring Recycling Day:<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>On April 26th, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., stop by the Meridian Mall<\/span> to safely recycle your unwanted items at the Meridian Township Farmers’ Market. Visit the Meridian Township website<\/a> to see what items are accepted. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Shop at the MSU Surplus Store<\/strong><\/a>: The MSU Surplus Store and Recycling Center rethinks the way the MSU Community disposes of its used materials. Our innovative program allows us to reduce the amount of university material that goes to landfills, keeping MSU green. Shop from a variety of items, including books, electronics, furniture, office equipment, vehicles, and more. Additionally, check out the Community Reuse Program<\/a> to drop off a wide variety of items for reuse and recycling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Join MSU Arbor Day:<\/strong> <\/a>On April 25 at noon, join the MSU Landscapers installing native plant material along the riverbank, creating a new pollinator garden. Volunteer along the banks of the Red Cedar River between Kellogg Ramp and Jenison Field House in lot 67 for the annual Arbor Day planting. Free trees from the campus nursery will be given away to the first 100 volunteers who attend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pack Up, Pitch In:<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>The Student Life and Engagement Sustainability Office is looking for volunteers to help collect and pack non-perishable foods from the residence halls during move-in and move-out weeks. These efforts will directly benefit the MSU Food Bank, MSU Safe Place, and the sustainability of the MSU community. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Deep Rooted Tour Series:<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong>Join Applied Ethnobotanist and Education Director of the Beal Botanical Gardens, Maeve Bassett, to learn about the social, historical, and political narratives within plants in the garden and artwork in the MSU Broad Art Collection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Volunteer at the Beal Botanical Garden<\/strong><\/a>: <\/strong>Volunteer opportunities with the Beal Botanical Garden and Campus Arboretum span far beyond Earth Day. Explore gardening, training opportunities, and ambassadorships to help benefit the campus and our Earth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Use MSU Bikes on Campus<\/strong><\/a>: MSU Bikes provides support with commuter resources<\/a> to help you bike to work with confidence, including a 1-on-1 Bike Commuter Assistance service<\/a>, which helps you find the safest, lowest-stress route to and from campus to your neighborhood. MSU Bikes also rents bikes to departments for staff to use during the work day through their Department Fleet Services<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Limit Car Use<\/strong>: While there is no getting around long commutes, take any opportunity to walk or use MSU Bikes<\/a><\/span> or CATA buses<\/a> to limit emissions from your vehicle. No destination in mind? Explore these campus walking maps<\/a> to find your new favorite trail!<\/p>\n\n\n\n While Earth Day is just one day out of the year, it can serve as a reminder to jumpstart your sustainability efforts and connection with our planet. Go Green!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"How else can we get involved? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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