Fueling A Sustainable Future
We don’t just talk about sustainability - we take action, because we believe that creating a better world for generations to come starts today.
Working Toward Zero Waste
We proudly support the sustainability goals of the USCB Office of the President. Here are a few active initiatives.
Reducing Waste
We’re committed to reducing food waste and single-use plastics across our operations with the dual goals of conserving resources and minimizing our environmental footprint.
Responsible Sourcing
Minimizing the impact to people, animals, and the environment through responsible purchasing.
Proactive Prevention
We use tracking and forecasting tools to proactively identify food waste trends in order to alter our preparation accordingly.
Showcasing Our Local Partner Relationships
USCB Dining sources food from many local farmers, growers, and distributors. Our partners change throughout the year depending on seasonality and availability.
Local Farm Partnerships
Over 25 local farmers partner with our Produce Supplier Fresh Point to deliver fresh and local vegetables to the Beaufort, SC area. Close to 18 of those local farmers are located less than 200 miles from USCB campuses, supporting our sustainability efforts to reduce our carbon footprint. In addition to produce, local honey, seafood, fresh bread, and pecans are commonly found at local markets across the Lowcountry region.
More Ways to Go Green with USCB Dining
Sip Smarter
Be sure to hydrate - Especially during peak summer heat! USCB is committed to drastically reducing single-use plastics across our dining locations including plastic straws, bags, stirrers, and containers.
Reducing Food-Related GHG emissions
We recognize that food systems account for about a third of all greenhouse gas emissions globally, and we work to reduce our food-related environmental impact through innovative procurement strategies, food waste reduction, and promotion of more plant-forward food choices.
Green Cleaning
USCB Dining locations use select green cleaning products that have associated certifications. The use of these products or services is an instant indicator that they have met or exceeded leadership-level, life-cycle-based criteria for sustainability.
