T2T
When are Trash2Treasure meetings held?
Every other week on Wednesdays, 7-8pm
Which 2 T stops run through campus?
-Northeastern (Green Line)
-Ruggles (Orange Line)
What newly developed neighborhood in Boston will probably be underwater someday because why would you build on the waterfront like that
Seaport (South Boston)
How can you reduce your environmental impact when going shopping? (name 2 ways)
-reusable bag
-make a list & buy only what's on it
-think before you buy!!!
-quality >quantity
Which global holiday falls on April 22 and emphasizes the importance of protecting the environment?
Earth Day
What are Trash2Treasure's 2 core programs?
Sale and Collection
Name another sustainability/environmental related club at Northeastern.
EX: HEAT, CANU, Terra Society, Wildlife Club, Sunrise, Divest, Bee Society, Slow Food, STAN, etc.
In 2023, Boston's mayor banned fossil fuels in new City-owned buildings (who is this)
Michelle Wu
How can you reduce your environmental impact while doing laundry? (Name 2 ways)
-Air dry clothes
-Wash in cold water
-Avoid fabric softeners (often contain unnecessary harmful chemicals)
-Wash full loads
-Wash clothes less often (some fabrics benefit from less frequent washing-ex: denim, wool)
Which Sewdish activist began the "School Strike for Climate" movement?
Greta Thunberg
What is Trash2treasure's instagram? (NO CHECKING ON YOUR PHONE!!!)
@nu_t2t
Northeastern offers discounts on passes for 3 forms of sustainable transportation, name 1 of these companies.
-MBTA
-Bluebikes
-Zipcar
Which park runs from Back Bay to Forest Hills and was developed in response to community member protests of an extension of I-95?
Southwest Corridor Park
How can you reduce your environmental impact in the kitchen/eating?
-eat less red meat & dairy
-compost/reduce food waste
-washing full loads in the dishwasher OR hand wash small loads
-reusable tupperware/plastic wrap alternatives
Which president created the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)?
Richard Nixon
Who is our textile recycling partner?
Helpsy
Where can you find bee hives/bee hotels on campus? (2 locations, name 1)
-Richardson Plaza (that outdoor area w/ the clock near Kariotis/Stearns/Law Buildings)
-Walkway between Ell/Cury & Mugar Hall (aka ramp between Krentzman & back of Curry)
What "event" occurs in Boston around September 1st each year when people move out and leave unwanted items on the street?
Allston Christmas
This form of marketing misleads with green marketing/packaging to convince consumers products are more environmentally friendly than they actually are.
Greenwashing
Branch of environmentalism that focuses on the disproportionate impacts climate change will have on marginalized communities?
Climate Justice
How much waste was diverted from landfills during Spring 2024 Collection?
11,467 pounds
Northeastern recently partnered with this app that reduces food waste by offering suprise bags of unsold food around closing times.
TooGoodToGo
As of 2018, all Boston residents live within a 10 minute walk of a park, making Boston the 2nd US city to achieve this. What was the first US city?
San Francisco
What percent of Americans drive to work (alone, no carpooling)?
75%
Which company popularized the concept of "carbon footprints" to shift the blame for carbon emissions from corporations to individuals?
BP (British Petroleum)