Community Engagement

Everyone on campus can lend a hand to increasing the sustainability of WPI, through a variety of methods. Many of them are simple- shutting the faucet off while brushing your teeth, unplugging electronics when not in use, using refillable water bottles, or posting resources such as syllabi on Canvas rather than printing digital copies. In depth guides for how to live sustainably on campus created by the Office of Sustainability and Green Team can be found in the links below. 

As we return to campus in the Fall, COVID-19 regulations may make sustainability more difficult on campus, especially in terms of single-use plastic. However, many of the personal methods of acting sustainably, such as shutting off the faucet, are still applicable, and single-use plastic cutlery can be washed and reused in your room.

Individuals may also join one of WPI's many sustainability-related clubs and organizations, which are listed below. 

Please contact the Office of Sustainability at green@wpi.edu with any questions you have about how to act sustainably. 

Sustainability Leadership

The Director and Assistant Director of Sustainability hold regular meetings with student sustainability leaders on campus to discuss sustainability initiatives and stay connected. These meetings aim to:

1. Provide support to groups working towards a more sustainable community

2. Gain valuable input on new and currant initiatives

3. Encourage students to play a larger role in operations and social wellness at WPI 

Already, these leaders have contributed to the creation of a sustainability minor, a new Food Recovery Network program, and outreach on the sustainability website. And there's plenty more to come! If you are interested in joining the conversation email green@wpi.edu.