Elimination of Single Use Plastics and Preference for Durable and Reusable Alternatives

It is the policy of the State University of New York (University) to set practical and attainable requirements for SUNY institutions, and their affiliated organizations, to eliminate the purchase and use of plastic items generally recognized as being designed for single use.

This Policy 5201 and the related Procedure 5200, apply to state-operated campuses and community colleges of the University, and their campus-affiliated organizations, including but not limited to Auxiliary Services Corporations, and applies on campus and at any university-sponsored activity or university-affiliated activity.

The State University of New York (University) shall comply with existing state procurement law and set practical and attainable requirements for SUNY campuses, and their affiliated organizations, to eliminate the use of plastic items generally recognized as being designed for single use.

This Policy 5201 Elimination of Single Use Plastics and Preference for Durable and Reusable Alternatives defines various categories of single use plastics and sets a priority preference for actions working toward the full elimination goal.

The policy also directs campuses to strive to eliminate products generally recognized as being designed for single use ahead of the designated schedules in the related procedure, prioritizing durable and reusable alternatives.

• SUNY Policy #5201 on Elimination of Single Use Plastics and Preference for Durable and Reusable Alternatives
• SUNY Procedure #5200 – Elimination of Single Use Plastics and Preference for Durable and Reusable Alternatives – Procedure

Every 5 years.

Periodic Review Completed: