University of Massachusetts Amherst
IN-32: Single-Use Plastic Ban
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
| n/a | 0.00 / |
Criteria
Institution has banned or eliminated the on-site sales and distribution of at least one type of single-use disposable plastic, for example:
-
Straws
-
Beverage bottles
-
Shopping bags
-
Food serviceware, containers, or utensils
-
Polystyrene (Styrofoam™) products
-
Individually packaged items (e.g., napkins, condiments, and baked goods)
To qualify, a single-use disposable plastic must have been banned or eliminated across the entire institution. Biodegradable plastic options may be used if they are both certified compostable and used in conjunction with a campus composting program.
Applicability
This credit is optional and may be earned by any institution that meets the criteria.
Scoring
An institution earns 0.5 bonus points when it meets the criteria. Partial points are not available.
Measurement
The information presented here is self-reported. While AASHE staff review portions of all STARS reports and institutions are welcome to seek additional forms of review, the data in STARS reports are not verified by AASHE. If you believe any of this information is erroneous or inconsistent with credit criteria, please review the process for inquiring about the information reported by an institution or simply email your inquiry to stars@aashe.org.