Three ‘R’s’ render green streak possible for ULM
For students here at ULM, going green is beginning to become a part of their daily habit on campus.
With so many different outlets for students to be more environmentally conscious, being green has become a natural part of being on campus.
From plastic recycling areas to reusable food containers at Schulze Express, places to recycle and save surround students while spending time at the university.
However, doing the same can be tricky once students get off-campus and into the city. Luckily, there are quite a few ways to go green all around the city of Monroe.
Reduce – Reduce carbon footprints, and take the bus instead of driving to Walmart or the bank.
Since Monroe Transit System offers a ride in just a short walk, students can ride the bus for $1.00 per trip, which means that valuable parking spot won’t be lost.
Not only will frequenting the bus help the environmet, it also keeps one’s wallet on the green side.
Instead of running on fumes, student’s cars can keep them resourcefully in the tank and out of the air for as long as possible.
Reuse – Around the holiday season, the City of Monroe holds a Christmas tree recycling area, where people can bring their trees and have them turned into mulch.
Not only is it good for the environment, but it saves money, since there’s no need to bring it to a waste management facility.
Recycle – There are plenty of places around Monroe to recycle your items.
For example, at Target, there are recycling bins.
Although not owned by the city itself, these bins are a classic way to recycle goods.
Another good way to recycle is to collect cans and bring them to ARKLA Recycling in West Monroe and get some change for soda cans.
In downtown Monroe, students can bring their old newspapers, and Jiffy Lube also recycles used automotive oil.
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