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Apr 18, 2025

Move Out 2025: What you need to know🌍

Carpets, couches, and mattress toppers – oh my! It’s that time of year, Wolfpack. Another academic year is wrapping up, caffeine levels are peaking, and soon you’ll be packing up your things while reminiscing about the memories, friendships, and good times you’ve had. But here’s the thing: after finals, when everyone’s rushing to start summer…

Mar 24, 2025

April is Earth Month at NC State

April is Earth Month at NC State. From April 1 – 30, NC State will buzz with over 60 sustainability-related events including fairs, workshops, concerts, service opportunities and outdoor activities.…

Feb 21, 2025

Zero Waste Workplace: Advancing NC State’s Sustainability Goals

Billboard graphic available for new Zero Waste Workplace buildings

Feb 14, 2025

For The Love of Waste: A Career Panel Inspiring Sustainability Leaders

Meredith Smith, Kaley Cross Warner, Kate Macleod, and Julia Heinzman

Feb 7, 2025

Diversion Discussions with Alumni Kaley Cross Warner

“I always felt creating less waste was a very tangible action anyone could do to take action on the climate crisis, so joining the Zero Waste Wolves and the Waste Reduction & Recycling office was a no-brainer. I wanted a way to channel all the ideas I had to help our students, staff, and faculty…

Jan 28, 2025

EcoPack Takes First Place at NC State’s Make-A-Thon 2025

Explore the winning idea that took home $4,000 at NC State Make-A-Thon.

Jan 24, 2025

Waste Reduction & Recycling Celebrates a Year of Impactful Diversion Efforts

From game days at Carter-Finley Stadium to campus-wide waste reduction initiatives, 2024 was a successful year for NC State’s Waste Reduction & Recycling (WRR) office. Spearheaded by innovative programs like Zero Waste Wolfpack, Pack-N-Give, Zero Waste Workplace, Lab Waste Diversion, Office Recycling, Dearstyne Convenience Site, and Construction and Demolition Diversion Support, the WRR team achieved…

Jan 7, 2025

New Research Improves Predictions for Solid Waste Management

Improved waste predictions can help improve the efficiency of recycling and landfill operations.

Oct 23, 2024

What’s the Proper Way to Store Leftover Food?

What’s the best way to safely store leftover food? A food safety expert has answers.

Oct 22, 2024

Zero Waste Wolfpack: Scoring Big for Sustainability

The Zero Waste Wolfpack is scoring big at NC State home football games as they lead the charge for sustainability.