
Zero waste means that all utilized materials are reusable, recyclable, or compostable. Here at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, we use the industry standard of 90% trash-free to define zero waste.
UMTC is Developing a Zero Waste Plan

We want your feedback to help identify barriers to reducing waste, develop actionable solutions, and shape strategies to educate and engage our campus in adopting zero waste practices.
📢 Join the Open Discussion
Contribute during our in-person discussions to share ideas, identify challenges, and help shape a more sustainable campus.
St. Paul Campus
📍 LES R-380
📅 February 25th
🕐 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
East Bank Campus
📍 Coffman Memorial Union: Mississippi Room
📅 March 5th
🕐 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
West Bank Campus
📍 Humphrey School of Public Affairs: Forum Room
📅 March 4th
🕐 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM