RIC (Rhode Island College) is getting greener and greener.

Which is good to see as they are a sponsor/partner, and we love to see our Renewable Now family walking the walk when it comes to positive environmental changes.

Here's a report from their Director of Dinning Services:

"In response to your March 8th letter, and our subsequent discussion on DDC greening.

It is our intent to reduce the non-biodegradable paper good "footprint" within the Dining Center and where possible, at the Café and Galley.

Our phase - in plan is as follows:

1. TRAYS: We will place signage near our tray area encouraging patrons to consider the environment when choosing to take a tray. This will be in place March 18, 2012.Please note that many guests choose not to take a tray while others do so as a convenience, to assist them as they traverse the various stations.

2. Reduction of Disposable Plates: Two of our busiest areas are the Deli and Grill Stations. We are currently in the process of identifying products which would allow us to wrap our sandwiches at both stations and an environmentally friendly “boat” for our French fries. These products should be in house by mid April and will replace the plates in these areas.

3. Reusable Plates and Flatware: We are also planning on providing a washable plate at all stations along with forks and knives. This will allow patrons two options, (A) reusable plates and cutlery for in house consumption and (B) Environmentally friendly disposable products for items they wish to leave with.

4. Beverages/Soup Station: We are also evaluating environmentally friendly disposable products to replace existing products at our soup and beverage stations"

What steps did you or your organization take this weekend to get greener?  Send them to us and we will publish.