MAINTAINING A CLEAN CAMPUS
The Waste Management team helps keep Columbia clean and safe through their robust collection and disposal program that includes the recycling of all metal, glass, plastic, and paper products.
Working with campus partners such as Environmental Stewardship, Waste Management helps the Morningside and Manhattanville campuses reduce waste and increase landfill diversion to align with New York City's zero waste goal.
Helping to Divert Waste From Landfills
Learn more about programs that encourage recycling and help manage waste on campus.
Operations holds its award-winning Clean + Go Green program twice a year for the recycling, reuse, or proper disposal of large, unwanted items
Below are links to resources from our campus partners on waste management and recycling:
- Dispose of hazardous waste through Environmental Health & Safety
- Exchange University-owned office furniture and equipment with the ReUse Program
- Sign up for recycling training
- Find local composting locations
Waste Management and Recycling Services
The Waste Management team provides the following refuse and recycling services to help meet the University's needs.
Waste Management and Recycling News
Clean + Go Green - July 8 to 10, 2026
Clean + Go Green is being held on Wednesday, July 8 through Friday, July 10. Donate your unwanted items to create more space and help the environment.
Clean + Go Green - November 20 to 21, 2025
Clean + Go Green is back at the Morningside and Manhattanville campuses on Thursday, November 20 and Friday, November 21. Donate your unwanted items to create more space and help the environment.
Clean + Go Green - July 9 to 11, 2025
Clean + Go Green is back at the Morningside and Manhattanville campuses on Wednesday, July 9 through Friday, July 11. Donate your unwanted items to create more space and help the environment.