News and Events
Latest News:
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First Purchase College BioBlitz
Friday September 22nd and Saturday September 23rd mark what will hopefully be the first of many a BioBlitz on campus. Help the Environmental Studies department and the Office of Sustainability document the biodiversity of the Purchase College campus! Please see the event schedule below.
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Meet Your New Green Cabinet
There are three new PSGA Green Cabinet members: Student Sustainability Coordinator, Compost Master, and FreeStore/New Director. Meet them below!
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Purchase Helps Divert Unwanted Paint from Landfills
Working with GreenSheen, a leader in paint recycling, thousands of cans were dropped off by community members.
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Campus Race to Zero Waste
Purchase College is participating in Campus Race to Zero Waste for the 2023 season.
Final results: We placed #7 out of over 100 participating schools in the “Per Capita” recycling category. Thank you to everyone who helped get us there! -
The Grass is Greener with New Electric Equipment
In an effort to advance its sustainability goals, Purchase has purchased new all-electric lawn maintenance equipment. -
Purchase is a Top Green College
According to the Princeton Review’s Guide to Green Colleges: 2022 Edition, a unique resource for students interested in attending colleges with strong commitments to the environment and sustainability.
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Creating Space for the Birds: Nest Boxes
Have you noticed the new bird nest boxes around campus? The Environmental Studies department is using these boxes to monitor and conserve bird species in our area. -
Wayback is LEED Silver Certified
The Wayback Residence Hall, completed in August 2019, received its official LEED Silver Certification.
Upcoming Events:
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Sep
28
Planting Happiness
Time: 12:00pm—1:00pmJoin the Health Promotion and Sustainability Coordinators on the Plaza to learn about the benefits of having plants in your dorm. We’ll be handing out spider plants!