Campus Recycling Guide

At AUS, we are committed to caring for our environment. As part of this, we have partnered with Bee’ah, the local waste management company, to have a recycling program on campus.

All of AUS is encouraged to recycle. Find out how you can be a part of this important program.

Where do I place my recycling?

The AUS campus has numerous recycling options.

• There are three-compartment waste bins in all of the academic buildings, and single metal and plastic recycling bins in the Student Center.
• The outdoor areas on campus have numerous three-compartment waste bins. These bins are all a little different but allow for recycling of paper, metal and plastic.

Please dispose of items according to the particular bin labels. If a bin is not labeled, it is for general waste.

What items can be recycled?

The following items can be recycled and should be placed in the respective recycling bins around campus:

Recycling Tips: Recycled items should be empty of organic waste; otherwise, they cannot be recycled.

• Please empty all contents (including water and other liquids) before placing anything into the recycling bin.
• Please ensure paper and cardboard are dry and clean. Once contaminated with organic matter (such as food residue), paper and cardboard can no longer be recycled.

What plastic is recyclable?

There are many different types of plastics. You can currently recycle #1 and #2 plastics on campus. You can find the plastic number with the triangular arrows on the bottom of most plastic bottles and containers. Plastic items that are not #1 or #2 cannot currently be recycled. If you cannot find a number, then place the item in the general waste.

What items cannot be recycled?

The following items cannot be recycled and should be placed in the general waste bins around campus:

Recycling Tip: If you are unsure about whether an item belongs in the recycling or the general waste bin, it is best to place it in the general waste bin.

Additional Recycling at AUS

In an effort to continuously reduce the amount of waste going to the landfills, we have partnered with Bee’ah to offer additional recycling options on campus.

Collection boxes for charity donations can be found

• Behind the Student Center
• Near the Sharjah Co-op Mini Mart

Collection boxes for coffee pods are located

• At the Sustainability Office in the Main Building, M240

Collection boxes for alkaline batteries are located

• Inside the Library
• At the Sustainability Office in the Main Building, M240