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At Weizmann we strive to use natural resources efficiently. Here you will find our vision and practical information on how to make our campus more sustainable. This includes day by day activities, long term policy, and exciting new initiatives. Please take part and share your ideas for improvements.

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Sensors for automatic light and A/C turn off were installed in Wolfson, Belfer, Mayer and Perlman buildings
Waterless toilet pilot planned
Birds nesting boxes pilot on campus

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Birds nesting boxes pilot on campus

Posted on: 21 Feb 2011

Birds nesting boxes pilot on campus. Two on lawn in front of Ullman building (Mango and Pecan trees) and two on ficus tree between Stone and Wix auditorium.

Energy

Weizmann uses about 70GWh per year at a cost of ~10M$. ~60% of electricity goes to air conditioning. Learn how to save energy in the lab

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Recycling

Reduce, Reuse and Recycle can make a difference. Learn what to do with cardboard, paper, cans & plastic, fluorescent light bulbs, metals and old equipment, toners, lab glass, batteries and more.

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Water

Since 2008 water for gardening has been reduced by 30%. Currently, Weizmann uses ~800,000 m³/year from local wells. Learn what is being done to take care of the aquifer and what you can do to help

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Transportation

Some tips and ideas on how to get to weizmann in the most eco-efficient ways

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Campus

We are aiming to make a beautiful campus even better for the environment. A pilot program of tree signs has been started and we are planning a pilot for nesting birds. Read more…

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Birds nesting boxes pilot on campus