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How can the University encourage students, faculty, and staff to choose reusable mugs and reusable to-go containers? What are the barriers to this behavior and how can the University help community members overcome these barriers?

Research

Learning about relevant social science research can teach us how to implement reusable mug programs in an effective way.  

Current UM Projects

Cafe`s on campus currently offer a $.25 discount on drinks when a person uses their own mug.   

We can look to other Universities to see what worked and what didn't when trying to implement a reusable mug program and encourage a greener campus. 

Other Universities

It's time to make a change! Let's become a more sustainable campus by participating in small ways that can make a huge difference.

Suggestions

RecycleMania

​Did you know?

Other Programs

Learn more at:

http://www.recycle.umich.edu/grounds/recycle/recyclemania.php

Learn about other programs and events that you can participate in to help reduce waste. Help us create a sustainable campus by promoting green initiatives. To find out more about U of M sustainability visit  http://www.ocs.umich.edu​

For more information visit:

http://uunions.umich.edu/go-blue-box

Go Blue Boxes

Cafes off campus have programs and discounts as well!  Starbucks offers a $1 reusable mug that can be recycled once it wears out.

http://www.starbucks.com/responsibility/environment/cups-and-materials

Social Science and Environmental Problems: Environ 211

University of Michigan

Environ 211, Winter 2013

Help protect our Planet one cup at a time.

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