At the Dunn School, the Waste Warriors Team is leading a transformative journey to redefine our waste management and recycling methodologies, extending beyond the traditional scope of the Dunn School Green Group. Our ambitious mission is to not only elevate recycling rates but to cultivate a sustainability-conscious culture that motivates active participation from all community members in eco-friendly initiatives.

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Meet Our Waste Warriors

Our team of dedicated representatives from diverse sectors of the Dunn School is committed to advancing sustainability. At the forefront are Anne Hedegaard and Michelle Hill, who lead our Waste Warrior group with a strategic focus on sustainability initiatives across the board. Below are the passionate individuals driving our efforts within their respective areas:

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EPA Building: Anne Hedegaard and Michelle Hill
Dunn School-B Floor: Charlotte Melia and Raman Dhaliwal
Dunn School-G Floor: Sarah Langhorne
Dunn School-1st Floor: Vasiliki Tsioligka and Vincent Luscombe
OMPI-G Floor: Karim Housseini B Issa and Stephanie Barker
OMPI-1 Floor: Marion Schuller
OMPI-2 Floor: Lindsay Stimson and Jane Sharps
OMPI-3 Floor: Adele Alagia and Jordan Kramer

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These Waste Warriors are integral to our mission, employing their expertise to foster recycling and sustainable practices, thus ingraining a sustainability ethos within our department.

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Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Observing and Educating: Our warriors vigilantly monitor and provide feedback on recycling behaviors, aiming to enlighten the community about recycling's significance and guide towards better waste management practices.

Strategic Discussions: Understanding the hurdles to effective recycling, our team initiates dialogues to identify and surmount these challenges, fostering a collaborative space for innovative solutions.

Lab Plastics Guidance: Navigating the unique recycling challenges in laboratory settings, our warriors offer specialized advice on handling lab plastics, supported by Green Group insights to ensure informed recycling actions.

Advocating for Reusables: At our core is the drive to promote sustainable alternatives to single-use items, encouraging the adoption of reusables to significantly reduce our environmental footprint.

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Join Us in Making a Difference
Your participation is crucial. By embracing sustainability, sharing knowledge, and engaging with our community, you play a pivotal role in our collective pursuit of a greener future. We encourage every Dunn School member to adopt the Waste Warriors Team's spirit, whether through sustainable practices, engaging discussions, or awareness efforts.

We welcome you to start conversations, share insights, and ask questions. Your involvement is essential as we journey together towards a more sustainable and environmentally responsible Dunn School.