SHU Green Dorm Certification Survey

Adapted from the Texas A&M University's Green Dorm Certification

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* 1. What residence hall or on-campus apartment do you live in?

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* 2. What is your SHU email address?

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* 3. General Items and Products

Blackout curtains

LED light bulbs

Clothing drying rack

Plants

Eco friendly cleaning products or detergents

Solar powered charger

Energy efficient mini-fridge

Energy efficient microwave

Recycling bin or bag

Reusable shopping bag

Organic bedding

Organic bath towels

Beeswax food wrap

Plates and utensils (not plastic)

Reusable water bottle

Reusable food container

Reusable straws

Reusable dryer balls (wool or rubber)

Smart power strip

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* 4. Involvement

I speak with others about sustainable options

I have watched (or will watch) a sustainability related documentary

I recycle when it is available to me

I search for sustainable replacements to my everyday objects

I am a part of the Green Light Club here at SHU

I have encouraged at least one other resident to apply for a Green Dorm Certification

I would attend at least 1 sustainability related workshop

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* 5. Academic/Technology Behaviors

I use electronic textbooks rather than purchasing paper copies

I purchase/rent textbooks that are used

I print dual-sided whenever possible

I use scrap paper whenever possible to study or take notes

When printing notes I reduce the font size and margin width in order to use less paper

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* 6. Waste Reducing Behaviors

I use scrap paper whenever possible

I carry a reusable water bottle to fill up at filling stations rather than buying bottled water

I have a set of utensils that I keep in my bag to avoid using single-use plastic utensils

I use hand towels rather than paper towels in my residence hall's bathroom

I use a hand dryer rather than using paper towels whenever possible

Rather than throwing away old clothes or durable goods, I donate them

I compost my food waste

I repurpose items whenever possible (i.e. use old Keurig cups as plant propagation stations)

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* 7. Purchasing Behaviors

I purchase fruits and vegetables that are in-season

I buy food/goods locally whenever possible

I take a reusable shopping bag when I go to the grocery store

When shopping for new clothes, furniture, or other goods, I see what is available in my local thrift shops before buying new items

I buy cleaning and laundry products that are eco-friendly

I eat vegan/vegetarian meals most of the time

I purchase rechargeable batteries rather than single-use batteries

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* 8. Transportation Behaviors

I have downloaded a bike share app on my phone

I walk, bike, or take the bus when I can

I do not have a car on campus

I have used a car share app, such as Uber, to get around off campus

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* 9. Energy Saving Behaviors

I plug my electronics into a power strip and turn it off when not in use.

I wash my laundry in cold water. (Note: This is sometimes listed as "Brights" or "Delicates" on the washing machine.)

I use natural light in my room whenever possible.

I use energy-efficient LED light bulbs.

I have changed the setting on my electronic devices to where they are more energy-efficient.

I report maintenance issues in a timely manner.

I do not charge my electronics beyond 100% (i.e. charging your cell phone or laptop overnight).

I turn off the lights when leaving my room.

I keep my window blinds closed when I am not in the room to keep the heat out of my room.

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* 10. Water Saving Behaviors

My showers are roughly 5 minutes long or less.

I wash only full loads of laundry.

I turn off the shower when applying shampoo/soap.

I turn off the faucet when brushing my teeth or lathering my hand with soap.

I only run the dishwasher if it is full. (If you live in an on-campus apartment)