"I pledge to make KU a better place for myself and future Jayahwks by living more sustainably. I will strive to make decisions that protect our natural ecosystems, create economic prosperity and treat all people with equality and respect."

Take the pledge here.

 

REDUCE ENERGY USE

  • Turn off electronics after use

  • Unplug chargers after use

  • Walk, bike or ride the bus

  • Replace regular light bulbs with complact fluorescent light bulbs

  • Turn off lights and use natural lighting

  • Buy local produce and products

  • Turn heat or AC down when nobody is home

  • On hot days close blinds to keep the heat out

REDUCE WATER USE

  • Take shorter showers

  • Turn water off while brushing teeth

  • Set appropriate load size for laundry

  • Use garbage disposal sparingly

  • Keep a pitcher of water in your refridgerator for cold water

  • Turn water off while scrubbing dishes

  • Use the same glass all day

REDUCE WASTE

  • Use resuable water bottles and mugs

  • Take reusable bags shopping

  • Use a cloth napkin and save 350 paper napkins a year

  • Use digital files to reduce paper use

  • When printing, reduce font size, spacing and margins to save paper

  • Buy and sell used items at thrift stores or online at Freecylce and Craigslists

  • Buy recycled items

The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression and genetic information in the University’s programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director of the Office of Institutional Opportunity and Access, IOA@ku.edu, 1246 W. Campus Road, Room 153A, Lawrence, KS, 66045, (785)864-6414, 711 TTY.