Project Summary:

Building upon the launch of the USEFULL reusable container program, this infrastructure expansion ensures the system is accessible, sanitary, and scalable for the entire campus community. The project installs ADA-compliant return stations at accessible heights, ensuring that every student, regardless of physical ability, can participate in NAU’s waste reduction efforts. Additionally, this upgrade bolsters the “back-of-house” operations by equipping dining facilities with specialized high-capacity drying racks, dollies, and sanitation equipment to handle increased volume. By integrating these logistical improvements and enhancing the NAUGo app interface, the team is cementing the reliability of the reusable network, demonstrating that true sustainability requires not just innovative technology, but also inclusive design and robust operational support.

Project Lead:

Fran Alvarado

Project Advisor

Erra Sankuer

Date:

2024-05-01

Funding Amount:

$13,846.30

Department:

Campus Dining

Supporting Documents