Plastic-free Campus
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The University launched the 'Plastic-free Campus' campaign in 2018 to encourage CUHK students, staff and caterers to work together to go 'plastic-free' and build a sustainable green campus by discontinuing the use of plastic disposables. |
The campaign focuses on four key plastic disposables:
Bottled water containers of 1L or below
Polyfoam meal containers
Cutlery
Straws
Timeline
| From 1 January 2021 |
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| 2019–2020 | Installation of more 'Go Green Water Stations' on campus |
| March 2019 | Joint-University Sustainability Campaign, 'UNIfy: BYO' |
| September 2018 | Launch Ceremony |
6 Ways to Go Plastic-free
Bring Your Own (BYO)
Make your own light and reusable 'Plastic-free Kit' (consisting of a water bottle or coffee cup, a meal container, a cutlery set and a straw), and use it for all meals you eat on campus.
Refill Your Water Bottle
There are over 80 water dispensers on campus, so you no longer need to buy bottled water. With the help of the 'CUHK Mobile' app (iOS/Android) and online map, you can easily find a nearby water dispenser.
Rent Reusable Tableware for Events
Reusable tableware can be rented or borrowed from the following sources:
Check Out the Offerings from Our Canteens
A number of CUHK catering outlets provide BYO discounts to students and staff.
Read the Latest Green News and Tips
Here are our picks of local eco-conscious channels:
Spread the Green Message
Influence your fellow students and colleagues by sharing these materials:
- 'Plastic-free Campus' Poster Download (Poster A, B, C, D)
- Guidelines for Sustainable Event Planning and Management
