UB’s Crossroads Culinary Center
Fine Dining in Sustainable Fashion
Building Local
• Over 30 Local Contractors
• Provided Jobs to more than 400
Western New York workers
Reuse of Materials
Bricks from the renovation were
reused in the walkways of the new
UB Solar Strand.
Green Infrastructure
Reducing the environmental consequences
of operation.
• Recycled Building Materials & Furniture
• Innovative Storage Design
• Energy Star Equipment
Purchasing Local
• Small wares
– Plates manufactured by Niagara Ceramics, Buffalo, NY
– Silverware manufactured by Liberty Tabletop, Sherrill, NY
Purchasing Local
• Station Signs
– manufactured by Visual Impact Signs, East Aurora, NY
Purchasing Local
• Local Farms and Food Manufacturers
– Seasonal Produce, Dairy Products, Meats, Pastas, Cereals
– Special Events centered on local products
• NY Maple Syrup Day
• Harvest Dinner
Map Displayed inside C3
Recycling Food Waste
• Capturing all Pre and PostConsumer Food Waste On-Site
• Utilizing Student Ambassadors
to assist in process/education
• Producing a nutrient-rich soil
amendment
Student to Student
Engagement
Involving the
students in the
composting process
Visual
Step-By-Step
Reminder
Soil Amendment
The finished product is used on-campus as well as in
many Western New York Community Gardens!
Weigh the Waste
• Student led study
• CDS Student Sustainability
Coordinator & UB
Environmental Network
Thank You for Attending
Adam Coats
Assistant Dining Director
UB Campus Dining & Shops
ajcoats@buffalo.edu
Elizabeth Amato
Assistant Manager
Crossroads Culinary Center
UB Campus Dining & Shops
elamato@buffalo.edu