Recycling Data

Campus-Wide Recycling Data

UIC collects data on all its waste streams, from recycled paper to electronic waste and waste that goes to landfill. The data is used to calculate a recycling rate, which is the total amount of recycled material divided by the total amount* of waste generated by the university.

This graphic depicts U I C's monthly amounts of waste produced in tons, including both landfilled and recycled or composted waste. The average recycling rate in fiscal year 2008 was 21%

Building-Specific Recycling

We are currently working with building-specific recycling numbers. Check back soon to find out how much paper is recycled in your building!

 

*Infectious waste from the UIC Medical Center is not included, since the treatment process is different from ordinary waste. Open-top containers are also not included because they often contain construction debris. However, the City of Chicago's Construction & Demolition Ordinance requires that at least 50% of the construction or demolition debris generated on a job site is recycled!

Both these exclusions conform with guidelines from the National Recycling Coalition.