ReUsePass is an award-winning reusable to-go container program for students, faculty and staff designed to reduce single-use packaging waste. Reusable containers save water and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, in addition encouraging a campus culture of reuse. ReUsePass has been recognized with sustainability awards and featured in national publications and conferences. 

Participating Locations 

Available at all University Park dining commons and Halal Cart in Warnock Commons. 

How It Works: 

Visit reuesepass.com, choose Penn State University and receive a unique QR code that Dining staff will scan. They will also scan the container’s QR code.

How to Return Containers 

Empty and return container to Choose to Reuse collection bins located in all dining commons. 

Return Timeline

Containers due within three days before being considered late Following a 48-hour grace period, failure to return could result in a $5 charge per container. 

Container Information 

Containers feature serialized barcode technology for lifecycle tracking Transfer food to a microwave-safe dish before reheating