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The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) actively promotes environmental sustainability through its robust recycling program, aiming to divert materials from local landfills. Each year, approximately 2,231,640 pounds of recyclable materials are collected, demonstrating UAB's commitment to green initiatives. By optimizing the separation of recyclables, both through its waste handling contractor and internal processes, UAB ensures that 17.4% of waste is recycled effectively. This initiative reflects UAB’s dedication to fostering a cleaner and more sustainable campus environment.
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UAB’S RECYCLING PROGRAM These materials would otherwise go to a local landfill. As part of our “GREEN” environmental efforts, UAB has a recycling program in multiple areas. Approximately 2,231,640 pounds of recyclable materials are collected and recycled each year at UAB. Some recyclable materials are more economically separated by our waste handling contractor after collection while other recyclables are collected and stored separately. 17.4% RECYCLED MATERIALS: