misson zero: cigarette butts

misson zero: cigarette butts

misson zero: cigarette butts

Flyers showing cigarette butt littering around the university campus with a message about its damage
Flyers showing cigarette butt littering around the university campus with a message about its damage
Flyers showing cigarette butt littering around the university campus with a message about its damage

project type

sustainability-focused design

year

2024

my role

Project Lead (Solo)

client

Mission Zero

project overview

This project was part of THUAS’ Mission Zero initiative, which aims to create a more sustainable and environmentally conscious campus. The focus was on tackling the issue of cigarette butt littering around THUAS — a persistent problem caused by limited disposal options and behaviour among smokers at THUAS. Based on thorough research, ideation, and design, the project proposed a two-part solution: a practical, physical intervention through additional ashtrays placed in key smoking areas and fostering dialogue with the tobacco store next to the campus, and a behavioral campaign designed to encourage responsible disposal habits. The awareness campaign was communicated through sticker designs for ashtrays and cigarette packs, along with informational flyers, all designed using THUAS' styling and mascot. All aimed at sparking small but lasting behavioural change without promoting smoking itself. The outcome is a practical and low-cost design direction that addresses both the physical and behavioral sides of the issue, aiming to make THUAS a cleaner and more sustainable environment.

Minimalist lemon product photo with glass cup on pastel yellow background
Minimalist lemon product photo with glass cup on pastel yellow background
Minimalist lemon product photo with glass cup on pastel yellow background
mock up of a bin stickered with a message to keep the campus litter free and to dispose of the cigarette buds correctly
mock up of a bin stickered with a message to keep the campus litter free and to dispose of the cigarette buds correctly
mock up of a bin stickered with a message to keep the campus litter free and to dispose of the cigarette buds correctly

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oliverschurmann@gmail.com

Based in: The Hague, The Netherlands

oliver schurmann

© 2025 oliver schurmann. All rights reserved

oliverschurmann@gmail.com

Based in: The Hague, The Netherlands

oliver schurmann

© 2025 oliver schurmann. All rights reserved