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The University of Northern Iowa received a STARS gold rating in recognition of its sustainability achievements from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE).
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Iowa Food Waste Reduction Project

The Iowa Waste Reduction Center recently launched the Iowa Food Waste Reduction Project. The goal of this project is to reduce the generation of food waste and its disposal in Iowa landfills. By developing comprehensive educational tools, helping to build infrastructure for waste diversion outlets, and advocating for policy changes, the project aims to become a national leader in reducing food waste and diverting it from landfills.

Earth Week Photo Contest

UNI project to monitor how much food is thrown away

On Jan. 1, UNI's Iowa Waste Reduction Center launched a new food waste reduction project, whose goal is to raise awareness among institutions and, ultimately, consumers, about waste and the pressure it puts on landfills.

The program will include a website that will act as a virtual food waste reduction center.

UNI student 'Recycles Rite'

Winners of the Biggest Loser Energy Contest!

Annual Northern Iowa Food and Farm Partnership (NIFFP) Meeting

Cranksgiving event held in Cedar Falls to benefit food bank

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To promote sustainability at the University of Northern Iowa through reducing carbon emissions, conserving energy, engaging and educating the university community to establish responsible lifelong behaviors, and promoting the general public interest.