Advance Sustainable Purchasing & Procurement through the strategic procurement of goods and services aimed at reducing waste and negative impacts throughout their lifecycle. Prioritize durable products made from renewable or recycled materials, support fair labor practices, and integrate sustainable end-of-life practices

Build and Develop Reuse Systems through a university strategy that ensures consistent, equitable, and functional systems for reusing, sharing, and allocating physical resources.

Ensure Standard Recovery Infrastructure by establishing and maintaining a standardized program and ecosystem across the university that supports waste reduction and maximizes diversion potential.

Educate and Engage Campus Community by enacting structures and strategies to establish a baseline of accepted behaviors and knowledge regarding waste stewardship on campuses for all Harvard community members.

Build the Foundation by providing fundamental support for waste stewardship through the collection and analysis of data related to waste generation and reduction, as well as creating a shared culture and values to guide the University's approach to zero waste