Universities and Colleges

"The BigBelly will prevent the need for up to 10 pickup truck visits to this busy corner of the campus, saving fuel and reducing emissions..."
- Harvard Green Campus Initiative: Solar Trash Compactor Conserves Energy

Educational campuses are some of the biggest producers of trash in the world, and they are uniquely positioned to demonstrate leadership in global sustainability efforts.

With thousands of students in contained areas and frequent events that draw large crowds, campuses generate high traffic volume and litter. In order to maintain a clean environment, facility managers are forced to empty waste receptacles as often as three times a day, wasting valuable time and money that should used on higher-value activities.

With the ‘green campus’ movement sweeping the nation, BigBelly has become a prominent player in waste stream management. Why? Because BigBelly holds FIVE TIMES the capacity of traditional receptacles because it compacts trash at the point of disposal. This slashes collection frequency by up to 80%, and compacted trash is efficiently prepared for sorting and recycling. Further, the unique enclosed design eliminates the overflows, rodents, insects, and odors associated with conventional receptacles, and eliminates collected rainwater that fosters mosquito-borne illnesses.

Everyone benefits from having BigBelly on campus…

Operations and facilities personnel will spend dramatically less time on trash collection and will be freed to work on higher-value activities.

Sustainability managers and campus recycling groups have a tough workhorse that will streamline and enhance waste-stream management practices.

Campus planners can easily insert BigBelly into key areas without disrupting the beautiful look of the landscape. Important: BigBelly also keeps existing collection areas cleaner, while using the same (or less!) overall space!

Faculty and students have an unparalleled example of clean-technology in action, and a compelling teaching example of a start-up company that is doing well by doing good. (A popular business school case was recently written about us!) BigBelly is a great rallying point for saving the planet!

Administration is able to demonstrate leadership with tangible street-level solar technology and a practical application. BigBelly demonstrates to students and parents that their institution is committed to leading the world to a greener future.

Our list of satisfied customers is a long one. Here is a selection (and we’d be happy to provide more references if you desire.)

Georgetown University - Read the Case Study

Arizona State University - Read the Case Study

Los Angeles Community College District - Read the Article and Watch the Video

Babson College, The Berkshire School, Berklee College of Music, Brandeis University, California Institute of Technology, Carnegie-Mellon University, Duke University, Duquesne University, Framingham State College, Florida Gulf Coast University, Harvard University, Loyola, Massachusetts Maritime University, The University of Pennsylvania, The University of San Diego, Wagner College and more!
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For more information, please contact tmanning@bigbellysolar.com.