BCM Recycles!
Baylor College of Medicine's commitment to recycling and sustainability continues to gain momentum. Students, trainees, faculty and staff alike are joining forces and incorporating a range of conservation practices to help create a more sustainable environment. Check out some ways to reduce your environmental footprint.
In 1989, BCM initiated its first water recycling program. Today, BCM Recycles!, a college-wide initiative, is making significant impact, exceeding the program's 2007 results.
See our report card for 2008:
- Paper and cardboard recycled – 626,900 pounds or 313.46 tons
- Water recycled – 30,335,140 gallons
- Metal recycled – 96,600 pounds or 48.3 tons
- Plastic recycled – 3,350 pounds or 1.68 tons
- Installed solar shading film on south face of ABBR building – 178,125 KWH savings/yr
- Compared to 2006, recycling has reduced our solid waste disposal by 40percent.
In addition to the college, Baylor College of Medicine collects paper products from Ben Taub Hospital, Baylor Clinic, Children's Nutrition Research Center, The Faculty Center, The Feigin Center, the McGovern Campus, the BCM Medical Building, Texas Woman's University, and the Travis Building/Hilton Hotel.