A green revolution is in full swing at many campuses as a growing number of colleges adopt Earth-friendly programs for students and staff. Eco-conscious students can join the movement by following these 10 super-simple steps to go green on campus:

• Use recycled paper and notebooks. Recycled paper costs a little more, but it saves trees, water and electricity. If your college bookstore doesn’t sell recycled paper products, you can find them at major office stores like Staples and Office Depot. A variety of “green” paper outlets also are available online.
• Ride your bike or walk to class. You can help reduce motor vehicle emissions by using pedal or foot power instead of an automobile. Many large colleges have shuttles available to take you to remote locations on campus. If you are a commuter, consider carpooling.
• Give up bottled water. Bottled water produces an estimated 1.5 million tons of plastic waste each year. Avoid the expense and the waste by buying a reusable water bottle instead. You can fill your bottle with tap water or invest in a filter pitcher to improve the taste. (more…)