Green Teams

What is a Green Team?

Green Teams are groups of staff and/or faculty members who collaborate on sustainability initiatives and projects in their office, department, building, or campus. While individual offices can get Green Office certified, Green Teams are a great way to encourage collaboration across various groups. This can allow sustainability initiatives to have a broader reach.

What are examples of Green Teams?

The Grafton campus successfully implemented a green team that organizes events and other sustainability initiatives. The SMFA campus started a Sustainability Committee on their campus, which is comparable to a Green Team. One project they successfully implemented by this team is Carte Util, a program through which students can recycle their old art supplies, and other students can get used art supplies for free.

How do I start a Green Team?

Talk to others within your office about their interests in sustainability. Check out the rest of our website to see opportunities for you and your colleagues to supports campus sustainability. Reach out to sustainabilityoffice@tufts.edu for support.

Download the Green Team tipsheet here.