Green Graduation For Oberlin College
While there is a Social and Environmental Responsibility Pledge several colleges and universities across the nation have included in their commencement ceremonies, Oberlin College really went green this year!
Green Options writes
Oberlin wants to green its actual commencement ceremony by implementing such changes as printing graduation programs on 100% post-consumer recycled paper, biodegradable tableware and local and organic food at dining events, available carbon offsets for travelers, and CFLs in outdoor lighting. Oberlin students will also have green ribbons on their gowns signifying their commitment to sustainability. Future measures include widespread composting for all food and tableware waste over the course of the weekend, and university-facilitated ride-shares for those traveling to and from Oberlin. Oberlin even has a “sustainability portfolio”, documenting the campus’s commitment to sustainability.
Wouldn’t it be great if all graduations were this green?
via green options
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