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Waste Reduction and Recycling

NC State University

An illustration of the self-sustaining, circular system of "microcleaners." The soft dendricolloids (orange) are functionalized with peptides that bind to the colored microplastic pieces. These microplastics are then consumed by engineered microbes (green) to be used as fuel or to be made into more microcleaners.

Jun 6, 2023

Reduce, reuse, recycle

NC State University researchers are studying the fundamental science behind how to address plastic waste.

May 25, 2023

Environmental Sciences Student Presents on the Importance of Pet Waste Collection at EarthFest

Gillian Abrams recently presented an infographic highlighting the importance of collecting pet waste at the 2023 Apex EarthFest.
Hand holding pile of compost

May 5, 2023

Compost Conversation with Adam Bensley

Discover how NC State develops sustainable solutions to traditional landscape mulch using compost.

Apr 28, 2023

Libraries launches dry-erase marker recycling program

Place your used markers in special recycling bins at the Hill and Hunt Libraries

Apr 19, 2023

Ann Winstead ’23 Named Mathews Medal Winner

As the highest non-academic distinction awarded to NC State students, the Mathews Medal honors graduating seniors who made significant contributions to the advancement of the university.

Feb 8, 2023

Facilities Division Keeps Campus Running During Winter Break

NC State Facilities Division employees go above and beyond to keep campus running during winter break.
Two students work at a table in the Senior Design Lab. Textile samples are on the table they are working at, and the PPE suit they are working to improve is visible hanging on a whiteboard behind them.

Jan 17, 2023

Wilson College of Textiles Students Develop More Sustainable PPE

A group of NC State University seniors partnered with Pine Bluff Arsenal to choose a new material for coveralls worn by members of the U.S. Army.
A photo of two bins placed next to each other in the corner of a Wilson College of Textiles bathroom. One is a waste bin and is gray. One (right) is a green bin and is for composting. Both have signage above them explaining what items to place in each type of bin.

Nov 30, 2022

Wilson College of Textiles to Implement Compost Bins Throughout College

As a part of NC State’s goal to become a Zero Waste Workplace, an initiative by alumna Rosemary Edberg aims to divert substantial waste from landfills through composting.

Nov 30, 2022

Not Wasted: A New Purpose for Uniforms and Office Supplies

NC State has set a goal to divert 70 percent of waste from landfills: a pursuit that requires champions from across the campus identifying practical…
alligator

Oct 20, 2022

Alligators Exposed to PFAS Show Autoimmune Effects

Some alligators in the Cape Fear river have elevated PFAS blood levels and unhealed or infected lesions.