Recycling: Baker Field Athletic Complex
This website explains how the recycling program at the Baker Field Athletic Center works: what materials are recyclable, how and where to recycle them, and what happens after they leave your sight.

Columbia University’s Baker Field complies with all New York City, state and federal regulations. Baker Field Facilities oversees the recycling program at the Baker Field Athletic Center.

The recycling program depends on your participation. Protect your environment by participating correctly.

Paper and Cardboard

Baker Field Athletic Center complies with New York City’s recycling program. The program requires separating recyclables, including all types of paper and cardboard. Paper and cardboard can be discarded together into any receptacles designated for paper. Place any type of paper in any central blue bin, or in the bin next to your desk. If you have a large quantity of cardboard, call the Facilities Department (212-567-0404) to set up a removal. If you think an area is missing a bin or could use an extra one, call the Facilities Department (212-567-0404) to request one. The custodial staff collects the paper and cardboard nightly and brings it to a central location where it is removed weekly by the New York City Department of Sanitation.

What and How to Recycle:
PAPER & CARDBOARD
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  • White, colored and glossy paper (Staples OK, but not spiral bindings.)
  • Mail and envelopes
  • Wrapping paper (Remove ribbon and tape.)
  • Smooth cardboard (Shoe boxes, tubes from paper towel and toilet paper rolls, cardboard from product packaging. For food boxes, remove inside and outside plastic wrappers.)
  • Paper bags
  • Cardboard egg cartons and trays
  • Newspapers, magazines and catalogs
  • Phone books, soft-cover books (Paperbacks, comic books, etc.)
  • Corrugated cardboard (If flattened boxes are large, place them next to the recycling bin.)
  • Hardcover books (Recyclable, if the cover is removed.)
  • Used napkins, paper towels, or tissues
  • Soiled paper cups or plates
  • heavily soiled paper
  • Plastic- or wax-coated paper or cardboard (Candy wrappers, take-out containers, etc.)

 

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Glass, Metal and Plastic Containers

Baker Field Athletic Center complies with New York City regulations on collection of certain types of glass, metal, and plastic containers. The program requires separating the various kinds of recyclables including some types of glass, metal, plastic and beverage cartons. Not all plastics and glass are recyclable under New York City’s recycling program; see below for a description of which items are recyclable.

Large metal items such as piping, appliances and furniture may be recyclable as scrap metal. Scrap metal is removed by Facilities staff and placed in the central container. If you have a large scrap metal item for removal, contact the Facilities Department (212-567-0404).

What and How to Recycle:
GLASS, METAL, PLASTIC & BEVERAGE CARTONS

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  • Glass bottles and jars (Glassware from laboratories is recyclable under a separate program.)
  • Metal cans (Tuna cans, empty aerosol cans, empty and dried-out paint cans with lids removed, for example.)
  • Aluminum foil wrap and trays
  • Household metal (Wire coat hangers, pots, pans, for example.)
  • Plastic bottles and jugs
  • Beverage cartons and drink boxes (Milk and juice.)

  • Any glass items other than glass bottles and jars (Mirrors, light bulbs, ceramics, and glassware, for example.)
  • Any plastic items other than plastic bottles and jugs (Deli and yogurt containers, plastic toys, cups, plastic tops, bags and wrap, for example.)
  • Styrofoam (Cups, egg cartons, trays, for example.)

 


 

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Computer and Other Electronic Equipment

Baker Field Athletic Center complies with all local, state and federal regulations regulating electronic waste through demanufacturing, that is by recovering parts that can be reused, thereby keeping as much as possible out of the waste stream.

If you wish to dispose of any electronic device, including computer equipment, call the Facilities Department (212-567-0404). Facilities staff will bring it to a central area on the Morningside Campus, where it will be removed by Northeast Lamp Recycling. back to top

Fluorescent Lamps and Other Mercury-Containing Devices

Mercury-containing devices such as fluorescent lamps and ballasts are classified as hazardous waste. Columbia University’s Baker Field Athletic Center complies with federal regulations for their disposal and recycling. Incandescent bulbs are not recycled and should be placed in the trash.

If you need a lamp changed, call the Facilities Department (212-567-0404). Facilities staff will remove spent bulbs and other mercury-containing devices and bring them to a central area on the Morningside Campus. The equipment will be removed by Northeast Lamp Recycling.

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Batteries

Most batteries, excluding alkaline, are classified as hazardous waste. Columbia University’s Baker Field Athletic Center complies with federal regulations for their disposal and recycling.

If you have any type of battery for disposal, call the Facilities Department (212-567-0404) for removal. Facilities staff will bring it to a central area. The Morningside Campus Environmental Health & Safety staff oversees their removal by the hazardous waste vendor, Northeast Lamp Recycling.


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Printer and Copier Cartridges

All spent toner cartridges should be sent back to the manufacturer by using the prepaid shipping labels you receive with each new cartridge. If you have a large number of cartridges, call Facilities (212-567-0404) to request a pickup.

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Tires

Baker Field Athletic Center complies with all local, state and federal regulations regarding the disposal of tires.

Facilities staff members bring them to the New York City Department of Sanitation facility adjacent to the Baker Field complex.

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Oil

Baker Field Athletic Center complies with local, state and federal regulations regarding the disposal of oily wastes.

Waste oil from machinery and vehicles is collected in 55-gallon steel drums. When the drums are full, Facilities staffers bring them to a central area. Morningside Campus Health & Safety staff and a waste-removal vendor oversee the removal.

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Bulk Waste

Bulk waste -- large items that cannot be disposed of with the regular waste stream -- is commonly generated during construction or cleanouts. It’s collected in a container at Baker Field Athletic Center for removal by the New York City Department of Sanitation.

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