Associated Press - November 7, 2009 11:15 AM ET

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - The University of Tennessee's flagship campus is riding a green wave that is sweeping across campuses nationally.

UT-Knoxville has ramped up its recycling efforts. It has rolled out an extensive energy savings and carbon reduction program. And it is encouraging staff and students to ride the bus and turn off the lights.

The Knoxville News Sentinel reports some UT programs are even incorporating environmental awareness into their curriculum.

In a collegiate ranking of eco-enlightenment, UT-Knoxville scored 85 out of a possible 100 in the latest survey by Princeton Review and received a "B" on the College Sustainability Report Card.

Information from: The Knoxville News Sentinel, http://www.knoxnews.com

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