Resources

AS Sustainability has phased out cardboard recycling services and no longer offers pickup services. We only recycle personal E-waste and Inkjet/ Cartridges. Large cardboards should be flattened and recycled at campus bins nearest to your offices. Please contact PPM at (818) 677-2222 for questions about general recycling procedures and bin locations.

Offices, Faculty, & Staff

AS Sustainability currently services different locations where cardboard can be recycled. If you have a large volume of cardboard to be recycled, please call us at (818) 677-4262

Cardboard Recycling Guidelines

• Remove all contents
• Break down and flatten all cardboard containers
• No waxed or lined boxes
• Staples, labels and tape are acceptable

RecycleNation
​Search where to recycle almost any material

CalRecycle
Learn more about local environmental information, services, and resources in California.

​LA Sanitation Recycling
Learn more about LA City recycling services and it's programs available.

Department of Public Works
Free and convenient ways to dispose of unwanted hazardous items

EPA Household Hazardous Waste
How to handle household hazardous waste.

Local Household E-waste Recycling
LA SAFE Centers

Inkjet and Toner Cartridge Recycling

• All manufacturers provide a pre-paid shipping labels for all cartridges. All the end-user would need to do is just put the old cartridge in the new packaging and send it back.
• Staples Advantage can ONLY take cartridges if purchased through them
  • https://www.staplesadvantage.com/thanks/images/recycling-programs/ink_toner_recycling.pdf
  • http://staplesadvantagerecycling.com/
• Information from each manufacturer on how to recycle cartridges

Los Angeles Department of Water and Power
Provides energy services and resources for the city of Los Angeles

LADWP
Learn more about water conservation, water quality, and future demands for water in Los Angeles.

CSUN has designated organics/compost bins on campus to help achieve our Zero Waste Goal. These organics/compost bins can be found all over campus including inside building hallways, dining locations, and outside locations.

Compostable items include:

• fruits and vegetables
• meats and fats
• dairy products
• eggshells
• grains and bread

Non-compostable Items:

• NO wrappers, cups, or containers

Staples
Wide variety of green office products

Green Seal
Learn about products that have been given the green seal of approval.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding office purchasing, our Sustainable Office Program (SOP)​ team will be glad to answer your questions or concerns. You can find their contact information by clicking the link above.

Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education
Provides resources, professional development and a network to help in sustainability efforts on campus.

California Higher Education Sustainability Conference
The California Higher Education Sustainability Conference (CHESC) highlights cutting-edge research, as well as case studies with proven successes in curriculum development, operational programs, and community partnerships. This unique event is jointly organized by independent / private colleges, California Community Colleges, California State Universities, and the University of California creating the opportunity for dialogue across institutions.

Let AS Sustainability helps you reduce and recycle at your next meeting, party or other special campus event. Special events we’ve serviced include:

• File Cleanouts
• Retirement Parties
• Commencement and Honors Convocation
• Hooding Ceremonies
• President’s Picnic
• New Student Orientation
• Big Show
• Matador Nights
• Summer Movie Fest
• E-waste Recycling

Call our main office at (818) 677-4262 or email with your contact information and event details. Our team will help make your event a greener one!

• Environmentally Preferable Purchasing Policy
• Institute for Sustainability
• Physical Plant Management (PPM)
• University Student Union (USU)