Maryland Athletics Develops Recycling Plan for Home Games

The University of Maryland at College Park has developed a campus-wide initiative called “Creating a Greener University,” and the first step will be a recycling program at athletic events that kicks-off with this Saturday’s football game.

The program is called “Feed the Turtle,” and will feature recycling bins around Byrd Stadium and in tailgating areas to collect composting. The University will also distribute 10,000 promotional items throughout the football season to promote the program.

The program has a goal of collecting 15 tons of compostable material by the end of the year, as well as 14 additional tons of bottles and cans (currently 21 tons are collected).

No matter which home team you root for, you can find out where to recycle bottles and cans using Earth911.

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