John Jay College Of Criminal Justice | The City University of New York

Current College Initiatives:

• In 2009, JJC recycled more than 150 tons of paper, metals, plastic and cardboard.
• Currently, we recycle 75% of all waste.
• Continue to track recycling of computer hardware and other electronics, recycled as per NYS Law.
• Continue to run promotional campaigns.
• Continue the recycling of cell phones previously used by students, faculty or staff.
• All printer toners are recycled.

Initiatives Planned:

• Expansion Project will be equipped with special recycling compactor meeting NYDOS requirements.
• Increase recycling of paper by 5% per year- goal 95%.
• Increase recycling of glass, plastic and metal by 5% per year- goal 95%.
• Increase recycling of corrugated cardboard by 5% per year- goal 95%.
• John Jay recycles all old computers and electronic equipment with an outside contractor to ensure they do not and up in landfills and contaminate the environment.
• In summer 2010, it will be proposed that all toners purchased by the college be remanufactured.