Center for Sustainability

Note: We are currently in the process of updating the Green Office program to include a broader interpretation of the sustainable work environment. The new version will likely include new categories for equity, wellness, transportation, and meetings and conferences, along with some revisions to actions within existing categories. We hope to have a new application completed no later than the end of summer 2020. If your office would prefer to wait and apply using the new form, please contact us at sustainability@ku.edu and we will send you the new application form when it is available.  

To submit your application for Green Office recognition this spring, please download the form below and submit the completed application to sustainability@ku.edu by May 1, 2020.

Download the Spring 2020 Green Office Application

Scoring:

  • 25-49 points earns "Redbud" status
  • 50-74 points earns "Elm" status
  • 75+ points achieves "Oak" status
There are 89 total points available in the application, with an opportunity to earn additional points for unique actions taken by your office. 
 
Reapplication is required every 2 years to ensure that offices are keeping up with their best practices, and many find that they have improved since they first applied. 
Ready to Apply? Download an application and submit to sustainability@ku.edu by Friday, May 1st.

Coronavirus Update

As part of our efforts to reduce an on-campus presence and promote social distancing, KU Surplus is ceasing all operations and KU Recycling is limiting any special collections that are not mission critical. For more information, email us at sustainability@ku.edu

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