Resource and Environmental Management Program
The Three R's
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
These three concepts are put in that order for a reason. It is most important to
Reduce what you use
This means that you are decreasing the amount of goods you purchase and therefore reducing the resources you need and the amount of trash you must dispose of.
Reuse what you can
If you can't live without it, try extending an item's lifetime by reusing it. This saves you money on purchasing new and means you throw things away less often. Try shopping at a thrift store next time you need something rather than buying it new.
Recycle what is left!
If an item is no longer good, before you throw it away, see if you can recycle it. This saves resources, decreases pollution, and reduces the amount of trash that is sent to the landfill.
Buy Recycled
It is not simply enough to recycle items you no longer want. By buying goods that contain recycled content you close the loop, creating a market for the materials that you have recycled.
REMP
The Ithaca College Resource and Environmental Management Program (REMP) promotes awareness of environmental concerns, resource management, recycling, and conservation; implements new programs that benefit the environment; educates the College community and the general public about the need to preserve the environment; and manages the College's waste stream in a cost-effective and environmentally sound manner.
REMP began as a result of increased interest by students in the College's recycling program. Formed in September 1991 to increase the scope of resource management from just recycling to include composting, energy conservation and source reduction it is a division of Facility Services, which coordinates and funds it.
This program is facilitated by student Resource Representatives and volunteers of the Ithaca College community who work together to create programs and materials to educate and create a more sustainable living and learning experience on campus.
We always welcome comments and suggestions, as well as new volunteers! For more info e-mail irecycle@ithaca.edu or call the recycling hotline a 274-1777