Housing and Dining

Sustainability in Housing

Many upgrades have been made to the residence halls to promote sustainability and increase energy efficiency. These include:

  • Water Conservation

Low flow shower heads installed throughout residence halls substantially decrease water usage and thus sewage costs. 

  • Heating

Heating controls installed in most residence hall rooms result in approximately 10% energy use reduction.

  • Electrical

Occupancy sensors and high efficiency lights are installed in most dorm rooms.

Sustainability in Dining

91¸£Àû dining is committed to local products and sustainable practices. In 2022, 91¸£Àû Dining surpassed its goal of  sourcing 25% of its food purchases – three years ahead of schedule! This includes produce grown on campus by the .

Other  include composting, Waste Watch/Lean Path Systems, trayless dining, responsible sourcing, Green-Certified cleaning supplies, reusable to-go containers, reusable china and utensils, staff training and education, and campus recycling programs.

Dorm room in the 91¸£Àû Honors Residence Hall
91¸£Àû Residence Hall
Umaine Greens for being picked to serve in the dining commons
A student is being served in a 91¸£Àû dining commons