Waste Diversion on Campus
UNCW Campus Dining follows the Food Recovery Hierarchy developed by the US Environmental Protection Agency.
Hover below for more information on our process.
01
Source Reduction
Culinary innovation, inventory tracking, and menu optimization ensure minimal surplus food generation.
02
Feed Hungry People
Surplus food that is suitable for human consumption is donated to local houseless shelters such as the Good Shepherd Center.
03
Feed Hungry Animals
Products that are not suitable for human consumption are sometimes still suitable for animals. Our feathery friends over at the SkyWatch Bird Rescue love sushi and deli meats!
04
Industrial Uses
All used fryer oil on campus is collected, process, and recycled to generate biodiesel.
05
Composting
All pre-consumer food waste from Wagoner Dining Hall, The Shore Dining Hall, and Dub's Café is composted.
All post consumer food waste from Wagoner and The Shore is also composted.
06
Landfill / Incineration
This is the least preferred option for food waste. The only products sent to the landfill are those utilized in buildings without waste management infrastructure.