Reflecting the University’s commitment to sustainability and as required by Italian legislation, UniGe applies Minimum Environmental Criteria (CAM) in its procurement processes. These criteria are environmental requirements designed to identify the most environmentally sustainable design solutions, products, or services throughout their life cycle, taking market availability into account. In recent years, UniGe has applied CAM to all purchases of indoor furniture, printers and cartridges, and paper, as well as to certain items such as promotional gadgets and waste containers. The criteria have also been implemented for various services, including cleaning, construction, lighting, and the heating/cooling of buildings.
In addition to current purchases, UniGe is increasingly applying sustainability criteria to specific services and projects.
As part of the Plastic Free policy, UniGe has provided for a supply of carbon neutral water bottles for UniGe students and staff, integrating the compensation of the Co2 emitted in the production process.
It has also promoted a project of circular economy and inclusion in collaboration with Creazioni al Fresco - Sc'Art, for the creation of hand-sewn accessories for readers starting from disused UniGe banners, currently on sale at the UniGe Store.
For more information on UniGe's sustainability policies and sustainable investments (green energy, energy efficiency, sustainable cafeteria, etc.), read here.