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Live Green, Breathe Purple<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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As part of its mission to provide learning, research, and service, Tarleton State University is committed to serving as a responsible steward of the environment. We consequently commit to advocate environmental awareness, safety, and action; to respect and promote the health, safety and well-being of all Tarleton constituents; and to continuously improve the management of our natural resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Recycling Programs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Recycling initiatives and locations at Tarleton State University include used battery and used toner cartridge disposal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Environmental Advisory Council<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tarleton\u2019s Environmental Advisory Council promotes the understanding of natural resource conservation and environmental health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Green Printing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tarleton State University\u2019s Green Printing Policy encourages paper conservation. To do your part:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Wait to ensure that your print jobs have been received, and only select print jobs, which you require.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Duplex printing (both sides) conserves paper. To select this option, view properties and preferences and select the printing on both sides.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Use Google Docs for collaborative team projects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Print PowerPoint class notes in handout view.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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    Our Utility Consumption<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    Tarleton entered into a four year contract starting September 1, 2016 and ending August 31, 2021 which ensures that 15% of the total electricity provided to Tarleton State University will be produced by renewable sources (wind power).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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    STARS Data<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The Sustainability Tracking, Assessment & Rating System (STARS) is a transparent, self-reporting framework for colleges and universities to measure their sustainability performance. STARS is a program of The Association for Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE), whose mission is to inspire and catalyze higher education to lead the global sustainability transformation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Tarleton’s STARS Rating<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    STARS Course Inventory<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    Contact Live Green, Breath Purple<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Main Office<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Address: Box T-0520, Stephenville, TX 76402<\/a>
    Phone:     254-459-5458<\/a>
    Email Main Office:     RiskManagement@tarleton.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n