We work together to continually develop and implement sustainable solutions. Through our environmental sustainability platform, we bring innovative and efficient solutions to life. We are passionately focused on reducing the environmental impact within our operations.
Here are just a few ways we work to make our campus more environmentally conscious:
Local Purchasing
Did you know Dining Services sources food from many local farmers, growers and distributors? The list changes throughout the year depending on seasonality and availability. However, here is a sampling of a few of our partners:
- Scott Farms: Snow Hill, NC
- Bullard Farms: Adel, GA
- Sunny Creek Farms: Tryon, NC
- Bolthouse Farms: Suwanee, GA
- Walter P.Rawl Farms: Pelion, SC
Recycling
OZZI To-Go Container
OZZI is a revolutionary system that eliminates traditional disposable take-out containers for all segments of the food service industry by utilizing enhanced technology. Whether you are getting food in Catamount Cafe or the Lodge at Brown OZZI is making a difference by being:
✅BPA Free
✅FDA approved
✅Leak resistant
✅Microwave safe
✅Freezer safe
✅Dishwasher safe
Reusables
Fryer Oil Recycling
Hydration Stations
Recycled Content Paper
Green Cleaning
Babylon Micro Farm
Babylon provides indoor farming simple and accessible. Its one of your new sources of fresh, handpicked herbs & greens. Our micro farm causes:
- 99.99 Less Transportation
- 95% Less Food Waste
- 95% Less Fertalizer
- 88.4% Less Water
- 87% Less Plastic Packaging
- 76% Less Food Waste
- 71% Fewer Emissions
What we are currently growing:
- Basil
- Pea Shoots
- Beets
- Sage
- Thyme
- Oregano