Resource Conservation
The Olympia School District is a strong supporter of sustainability and resource conservation. Every student, teacher, staff member and administrator can help the district conserve. The Resource Conservation Program website is designed to help provide ideas and solutions related to sustainability and saving energy and resources. Resource Conservation Manager Bonnie Meyer is ready to visit your site to provide technical assistance and detailed tracking data, 596-8566.
Read the Energy and Resource Conservation Procedures for the Olympia School District
View Policy 6810-Energy Resource Management and Education
Check out the new issue of the Green Wire Newsletter
View more resource conservation information from the links below.
What You Can Do
Includes information about:
- Energy
- Solid Waste
- Water
- Transportation
- Environmentally Preferred Purchasing
- Top 10 Waste Reducing Tips
Educational Resources
Includes information about:
- Programs
- Websites
- Washington Sustainable School Awards
Support Materials and Conservation Challenge Materials are available as well.
Top 10 Waste Reducing Tips:
- Use a reusable lunch box or bag.
- Buy reusable containers for sandwiches and snacks.
- Choose clothing styles you can live with a long time.
- Buy recycled paper and write on both sides.
- Make book covers from recycled materials such as brown paper bags, used wrapping paper or cloth.
- Donate used clothes, books, toys and packs for the next child.
- If your school has a food waste program, use it, otherwise encourage your administration to start a program.
- Use the library to borrow books instead of buying new.
- Use a reusable drink container for your drinks.
- Buy in bulk and avoid individually prepackaged items.
Update on Comingled and Mixed Waste Paper Recycling
Wondering exactly what goes into those Comingled and Mixed Waste Paper recycling bins? You're not the only one. Click on the following links to learn more about Comingled Recycling and Mixed Paper Recycling guidelines.
