@article{THESIS,
      recid = {2530},
      author = {Piccirillo-Stosser, Caitlin},
      title = {The Use and Efficacy of Water Bottle Filling Stations as a  Sustainability Initiative for Reducing Environmental  Impact},
      publisher = {University of Chicago},
      school = {B.A.},
      address = {2018-06},
      number = {THESIS},
      abstract = {My research examined how water bottle filling stations  contribute to improving sustainability and reducing plastic  waste at The University of Chicago (UChicago). A station  inventory was created using information provided by  Facilities Services and by visiting all campus buildings.  To understand station usage, station meter (green ticker)  data was recorded over a two-week period, a questionnaire  was distributed to students, and station observations were  conducted. It was found that filling stations are widely  used and positively viewed by students. Cost-benefit  analysis indicated that there is a large net benefit for  installing additional filling stations at UChicago.  Recommendations for further decreasing UChicago’s reliance  on plastic water bottles and waste generation at minimal  costs include improving filling station records, installing  additional stations on campus, and reducing plastic water  bottle sales and distribution. This research will assist  UChicago in reducing its carbon footprint and serving as a  model for other institutions to follow.},
      url = {http://knowledge.uchicago.edu/record/2530},
      doi = {https://doi.org/10.6082/uchicago.2530},
}