In May of 2019 the American Library Association added sustainability as a core value of librarianship and urged libraries to act as catalysts and inspire future generations to reach solutions that are both sensible and essential to sustaining life on this planet. The Eureka Springs Carnegie Library has been examining and making positive changes to its services and procedures in order to reduce it’s environmental footprint and demonstrate to our youngest patrons a commitment to their future.
Changes in Operations & Procedures
Optimal power saving settings on our computers 
Biodegradable garbage bags in our trash bins 
DVDs and CDs that are damaged beyond repair are disposed of through the CD Recycling Center of America 
Staff participate in a voluntary rotation to launder kitchen towels and aprons 
Real dishes (not disposables) are used for snacks at most library programs 
Toilet paper, paper towels, & tissues are sourced from brands that use recycled paper products, NOT virgin pulp
Programs on Sustainability
Spring 2019: Native Plants presentation 
Spring 2020: Seed Library
Free heirloom veggie & native plant seeds
Fall 2020: Repair Cafe program TBA