About Us: Sustainable Spelman

Spelman's Sustainability Pledge

• I will set sleep mode/hibernate on my computer when I’m not using it and turn it off if 
• I will turn off my computer if I plan to be away for more than 30mins, especially when I go for lunch, class or meeting
• I will turn off the lights when I leave any room
• I will replace my bulbs with incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescent bulb
• When studying or working late, use light that illuminates works areas
• I will turn off the water when brushing my teeth, washing my hands,etc
• I will unplug cell phone chargers and other electronics when not in use
• I will reduce my food waste in the dining hall
• Choose sustainably-produced food when shopping-Fair Trade,Organics,Food Alliance, etc
• I will recycle all recyclable materials, especially white paper, post it notes