Resource Conservation Management Program
We save energy resources and jobs
The Olympia School District supports sustainability and resource conservation. Every student, teacher, staff member and administrator can help the district conserve. The Resource Conservation Program website has information about reducing our carbon footprint, saving energy and conserving resources. Resource Conservation Manager Bonnie Meyer provides technical assistance, tracks utility use data and helps find conservation opportunites, 596-8566.
In 2010 and 2011, Puget Sound Energy recognized our program for excellence.
- Read the Energy and Resource Conservation Procedures for the Olympia School District
- View Policy 6810-Energy Resource Management and Education
- Read our Green Wire newsletter for entertainment and information
- See our RCM News section for the latest energy and resource use news
- Learn how we plan to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emmisions by reading our District Plan
- Make sure there are no Recalled Space Heaters at home or school
- Refer to the End of Year Checklist before you leave for a vacation break
See more resource conservation information from the links below:
Educational Resources
- Programs
- Websites
- Carbon Footprint Calculators
- Utilities
- Washington Sustainable School Awards
Support Materials and are also available.
Reduce Reuse Recycle
Local websites for reusing, giving away, selling, buying and recycling
What You Can Do
- Energy
- Water
- Transportation
- Environmentally Preferred Purchasing
Unwanted Mail
Tips to help you avoid or halt unwanted mail
Comingled and Mixed Waste Paper Recycling
Wondering exactly what goes into those Comingled and Mixed Waste Paper recycling bins? You're not the only one. Click on the following links to learn more about Comingled Recycling and Mixed Paper Recycling guidelines.
Top 10 Waste Reducing Tips:
- Use a reusable lunch box or bag.
- Buy reusable containers for sandwiches and snacks.
- Choose clothing styles you can live with a long time.
- Buy recycled paper and write on both sides.
- Make book covers from recycled materials such as brown paper bags, used wrapping paper or cloth.
- Donate used clothes, books, toys and backpacks for the next child.
- If your school has a food waste composting program, use it, or help your administration to start a program.
- Use the library to borrow books and recordings instead of buying new.
- Use a reusable drink container for your drinks.
- Buy in bulk and avoid individually prepackaged items.