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General Operations
The University of Georgia is committed to
developing a culture of sustainability through
education and outreach as well as by setting an
example of sustainable practices and resource
conservation.
The Sustainable UGA Office Program is designed
to help UGA departments and discrete office units,
such as the UGACR Office, become more sustainable
in their water and energy use, waste management,
purchasing practices and transportation choices.

Steps Toward a
Greener Office
With the help of the Office of
Sustainability, the UGA Office of
International Education is taking
steps to become more sustainable in
the areas of water and energy use,
waste management, purchasing
practices and transportation choices.

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Composting in the office kitchen ensures that nothing
goes to waste. All employees are encouraged to
compost both in the office and at home.

65%

It is a goal of UGA’s 2020 Strategic
Plan to reduce waste overall and
to recycle 65% of waste materials
generated.