

Description:
- IZU IT supports a paperless system to reduce paper in the daily workplace. That reduces
paper use, which means IZU can reduce CO2 emissions.
- Electronic documents are widely used throughout the university. All internal and external
documents are managed by the University Information Management System (UBYS). Physical
copies are only used if it is compulsory. By switching to an electronic document management
system in 2017, IZU saved a significant amount of paper.
- Solutions of reusable paper in the back office, e.g., using 2-side of paper, always rechecking
your data before print, and using an online system instead of a hard copy.
- Functional printers are available in common areas, only in some offices.
- The printers in common areas are used with personnel cards, and the management limits the
number of outputs each personnel can receive.
- Even important documents are passed through the paper disposal machine and recycled.
- IZU has a policy of “Reduce Plastic Glasses in The Canteens and Cafeterias.”
- Drinks are served in glasses to all academic and administrative staff.
- The Municipality of Kucukmece district collects paper waste for recycling.
Additional links:
https://www.izu.edu.tr/en/sustainability/waste/program-to-reduce-the-use-of-paper-and-plastic-on-campus
https://kucukcekmece.istanbul/icerikler/merkezler/geri-donusum-ve-kati-atik-merkezi/31706