New Recycling Program At GVSU Holland

A new recycling program at Grand Valley State University's Meijer Campus in Holland hits the triple bottom line of sustainability -- economic, environmental and social.

Lisa Miller, director of the Meijer Campus, said recycled materials at the South Waverly Road complex used to be picked up by a waste disposal company. The Holland Campus Green Team, a committee of students, faculty and staff members, came up with an idea that involves the Holland Rescue Mission.

"The Rescue Mission will pick up the recycling, sort it as part of their job training program and then use the money it generates to support that program," Miller said.

Items that are recycled from the Meijer Campus include paper, cardboard, plastic, metal and glass. Bob Koelndorfer, from the Holland Rescue Mission, said recycling efforts at the center have saved more than 2,400 trees.