CORTLAND, NY (607NewsNow) — A collaboration between SUNY Cortland and the Cortland ReUse, Red Dragon Reuse has helped find new homes for over 4,000 pounds of dorm supplies and clothes this year.

A record number of supplies saved from being thrown away, Red Dragon Reuse is in its 4th year of collecting gently used items as SUNY Cortland residents move out residence halls. The items are then resold at the Cortland ReUse, according to the SUNY Cortland website.

After completing their move to Port Watson Street, Cortland ReUse has expanded on the type of merchandise they accept donations for and sell, now offering a clothing section.

“Our Red Dragon Reuse project has quickly become one of SUNY Cortland’s signature sustainability events and a wonderful success story related to landfill diversion in our community,” said Megan Swing, the university’s energy and sustainability engagement coordinator. “As the saying goes, it takes a village and we are grateful for all of the support that we receive, from students on our campus to the leadership at Cortland ReUse to supporters in the larger community.” 

Find more information on the team effort that is Red Dragon Reuse on the SUNY Cortland website here.