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Minor in Environmental Sustainability
- University of Southern Maine (ME)
There is growing recognition that human society must strive to live more sustainably given Earth's finite resources. To accomplish this task, many disciplines will be needed to achieve. To help …
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Minor in Global Environmental Change & Sustainability
- Johns Hopkins University (MD)
The EPS minor is for science undergraduates interested in applying their major discipline to Earth's environment through geology, geochemistry, ecology, geo-biology, oceanography, and atmospheric science. Students are expected to have …
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Minor in Sustainability
- University of the Pacific (CA)
Sustainability requires that short and long-term social, economic, and environmental impacts of products and processes be considered. With globalization of the world's economies, continuing challenges with depletion of resources and …
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Concentration in Sustainable Development
- Columbia University (NY)
The special concentration is intentionally more flexible than the major, given that students have their major classes as well. However, its structure allows students to benefit from the program's cross-disciplinary …
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Energy/ Environment/ Economics (E3) Specialization
- Illinois State University (IL)
IIT's Energy/Environment/Economics (E3) program was developed to respond to the rapidly changing needs of the energy industry by providing the interdisciplinary research and training required to produce a new breed …
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Bioenergy Graduate Certificate
- Pennsylvania State University (PA)
The graduate certificate in Bioenergy is designed specifically for current and aspiring practitioners who seek advanced skills for growing the bioenergy industry. To accommodate participation by working professionals the program …
- Posted April 12, 2018
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Earth & Environmental Studies (BA)
- Arizona State University (AZ)
The BA program in earth and environmental studies provides a foundational understanding of the evolution of the earth system with an emphasis on the planetary context for sustainable human societies. …
- Posted April 12, 2018
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Environmental Earth Sciences (BS)
- University of Alberta (AB)
Environmental Earth science is the study of interactions between humans and Earth's natural environment. Students will study the influence of human activities on the local and global environment as well …
- Posted April 12, 2018
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Urban and Regional Studies BA
- Cleveland State University (OH)
The Urban and Regional Studies major entails the study of America's cities, metropolitan areas, and their people. Students learn about the cultural, political, and historical aspects of urban living and …
- Posted June 10, 2022
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Earth Systems Science Minor
- Clark University (MA)
ESS examines the structure and function of the parts of the Earth's lithosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere and biosphere and how these system interact with one another. This integrated science, which focuses …
- Posted June 10, 2022
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Environmental Science (BS)
- University of California, Santa Cruz (CA)
The major specializes primarily on the following areas of study: Climate and climate change: Earth's past, present and future climate Global biogeochemical cycles: Cycles of water, carbon, nitrogen, sulfur, mercury, …
- Posted Dec. 13, 2023
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Environmental Studies (BA/BS)
- Westminster University - Utah (UT)
The B. A. or B. S. degree in an interdisciplinary program combining the perspectives of the humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences to provide students with multiple perspectives in some …
- Posted Dec. 13, 2023
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68 kW Rooftop Array: Atlantic Hall
- Salem State University (MA)
In 2009, Salem State completed the installation of a 68 kW PV array on Atlantic Hall, a dormitory built in 2004 on a former industrial site. The PV system was …
- Posted Aug. 11, 2011
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15 kW Wall Mount: Engineering Building
- University of Alaska Fairbanks (AK)
In October 2015, 15 kw worth of PV's were activated and began supplying power to the UAF Electrical Grid at the Engineering Building. The first day, the panels generated a …
- Posted Dec. 9, 2016
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2 kW Solar Farm
- Austin Peay State University (TN)
The new solar array converts energy from the sun into electricity to power a nearby classroom on the site. Any excess energy produced goes to Clarksville Department of Electricity and …
- Posted Aug. 11, 2011
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20 kW Rooftop Mount Hiett Residence Hall
- Lawrence University (WI)
A 20kw solar pv array on Hiett Residence Hall, which provides as much as 90% of the building's electricity demands on peak days. This solar array was installed in July …
- Posted Dec. 17, 2021
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Creating Conscious Cultures through Mindfulness
- Princeton University (NJ)
Better known for its ability to benefit people personally, mindfulness is increasingly being linked to encouraging sustainable behaviors that could lead to more conscious, compassionate cultures. Participants will learn why …
- Posted Nov. 18, 2016
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Green Fund
- University of Texas at El Paso (TX)
GF stands for Green Fund, which is a fee referendum that will cost $3 per student per semester, raising up to $40,000 per year for campus sustainability projects. These projects …
- Posted Feb. 7, 2019
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We Mean Green Fund
- University of North Texas (TX)
The We Mean Green Fund provides the opportunity for members of the UNT community to make our campus more sustainable. Every student pays a $5 Environmental Service fee during the …
- Posted Feb. 7, 2019
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Sustainability Fee
- Western Michigan University (MI)
The Student Sustainability grants are available to students paying the campus Sustainability Fee, which students approved by vote in 2010. WMU's Student Sustainability Grant Program awarded $10,928 to four projects …
- Posted Feb. 7, 2019
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Canadian Institute of Resources Law
- University of Calgary (AB)
The Canadian Institute of Resources Law is the leading national centre of expertise on legal and policy issues relating to Canada's natural resources. Since its establishment in 1979, the Institute …
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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The Center for Energy Research
- University of Nevada Las Vegas (NV)
The Center for Energy Research (CER) focuses on research, information exchange, and education in energy topics. Issues of particular interest to the Center's geographical region include such general topics as: …
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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The Right Question: A Key Change Management Skill
- Society for College and University Planning (MI)
Sustainability professionals are asked to guide groups to decisions and to offer advice on a variety of issues. The starting question can make all the difference to a successful outcome. …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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Student Sustainability Advisory Committee Materials
- University of Central Florida (FL)
A webform was created for an easily accessible application that allowed for extensive outreach. The application did not require any paper usage and allowed for easy organization. The application did …
- Posted April 27, 2016
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Exploiting In-State Rivalries for Energy Conservation - the Take Charge! Challenge in Kansas
- Kansas State University (KS)
Energy conservation competitions are increasingly common at colleges and universities, but few move beyond the boundaries of individual institutions. This presentation will report on the results of the Take Charge! …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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89 kW Rooftop Installations: Sanders Administration and Anthony Student Service Buildings
- Fitchburg State University (MA)
- Ostrow Electrical Company (MA)
Installation of Photovoltaic Solar Systems totaling 896kW at the following facilities: Berkshire Community College, Fitchburg State University, Framingham State University, Greenfield Community College, DEP Mass. Recycling, and Westfield State University. …
- Posted Aug. 11, 2011
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3 kW Rooftop Arrays: West Green Chilled Water Plant and Chubb Hall
- Ohio University (OH)
- Third Sun Solar (OH)
The University commissioned a 2.4-kilowatt PV system at the West Green District Chilled Water Plant. The system consists of an awning-mounted array of 48 50-watt PV panels donated by American …
- Posted Aug. 11, 2011
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The integration of Sustainability Practices in College Athletics
- University of Florida (FL)
This three-part case study explores large-scale college athletic programs tackling the challenges of becoming zero waste & carbon neutral with a range of internal and campus-wide goals. Focused mainly on …
- Posted Nov. 18, 2016
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Ucalgarycares Sustainable Cities Service Learning Program
- University of Calgary (AB)
Sustainable Cities launched in 2014-2015 as an addition to a suite of "ucalgarycares" service-learning programs focusing on social justice issues. This program aims for students to become engaged with urban …
- Posted June 11, 2015
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SFU's Living Lab
- Simon Fraser University (BC)
SFU's Living Lab is an approach that facilitates sustainability-themed research at SFU by creating structured collaborations between staff, faculty and graduate students to achieve University commitments and strategic priorities. The …
- Posted April 30, 2021
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The Experiential Learning Lab: Coproduction Through Campus Staff/Faculty/Community Partnerships
- University of Dayton (OH)
Challenges in implementing and sustaining on- and off-campus experiential learning projects continue to deter staff, faculty and community partners from engaging in them. Persistent challenges include: student schedules and time …
- Posted Dec. 4, 2019
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Working Towards Carbon Neutrality in Michigan Dining: Assessing the Impact of Sustainable Mondays
- University of Michigan (MI)
In Fall 2018, the University of Michigan publicly pledged to a carbon-neutrality initiative. This pledge addressed carbon emissions from energy production and purchasing, but did not consider Scope 3 emissions, …
- Posted Dec. 4, 2019
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Goats, bees, and native species: A 'living' lab stream restoration experience
- University of Richmond (VA)
The Gambles Mill Eco-Corridor revitalized 13 acres of campus at the University of Richmond. What began as a plan to upgrade a trail, turned into the creation of a vibrant …
- Posted Nov. 15, 2021
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Zanmi Kafe: Using on-farm research to facilitate the adoption and management of more sustainable coffee-based agroecosystems in Haiti's Central Plateau
- Sewanee - The University of the South (TN)
Zanmi Kafe is a collaboration between Sewanee: The University of the South, and Zanmi Agrikol, a Haitian non-profit agricultural organization that aims to promote the adoption of more sustainable agroecosystems …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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The Environmental Caucus: Breaking Down Silos to Promote Sustainability at Northern Arizona University
- Northern Arizona University (AZ)
The Environmental Caucus (EC), a voluntary campus association, formed in 2008 as a grassroots approach to engage students, faculty, staff, and administrators in strengthening a culture of sustainability at NAU. …
- Posted July 1, 2010
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Duke University's Sustainability Communications - Making the Campus Climate Action Plan Personal
- Duke University (NC)
In 2007, Duke University signed the ACUPCC and embarked on a journey to assess institutional greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, develop strategies to impact the campus footprint and become a carbon …
- Posted July 2, 2012
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ENERGY STAR Commercial Buildings College Course Materials Package
- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (DC)
The ENERGY STAR college-level course, Introduction to Commercial Building Energy Efficiency Through EPA's ENERGY STAR Program, gives students practical, hands-on experience with commercial building energy efficiency. This course was …
- Posted June 27, 2016
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University of Wisconsin at Stevens Point Designated as the 40th Fair Trade University in the U.S.
- University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (WI)
The University of Wisconsin at Stevens Point, part of a national initiative by Fair Trade Campaigns to engage college/university students in issues of global poverty, officially received designation as a …
- Posted May 22, 2017
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Transformation, sustainability and HE. What's really going on?
- University of Plymouth (Devon)
Education for Sustainability (EfS) is an agenda of growing significance in UK Higher Education (HE) and internationally. To date, the focus in HE has been on content rather than process; …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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Pre conference Officer's Workshop - Leadership Essentials - Strategic Planning
- Stanford University (CA)
This workshop will focus on one of the key leadership and professional development skills - strategic planning. 'Strategic direction' is referred to as directions to position an organization to be …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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What's Missing? Reconsidering the Key Competencies in Sustainability Education
- University of Dayton (OH)
This presentation looks at the core competencies shaping the curriculum in sustainability programs, and which may impact accreditation processes for those programs in the future. An overview of the various …
- Posted Nov. 15, 2021
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It's All Connected! Climate Change, Social Justice, Basic Needs Support and Student Leadership
- Northern Arizona University (AZ)
- Portland Community College (OR)
Implementing a new student leadership development program during a global pandemic, national uprising due to political and social unrest and climate-fueled fires was challenging, to say the least. However this …
- Posted Feb. 28, 2025
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Decolonizing a College's Farm-to-Table Dinner
- University of North Carolina, Asheville (NC)
This interactive workshop will explore how Whiteness and other form of dominant social power structures can be inadvertently reproduced within farm-to-table events when embedded assumptions in regards to the program, …
- Posted Nov. 5, 2018
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What's to Eat and Drink on Campus? Public and Planetary Health, Public Higher Education, and the Public Good.
- University of California, Santa Barbara (CA)
Public higher education institutions (PHEIs) have a unique and important role in responding to the public and planetary health crisis—they are centers of research on public and planetary health and …
- Posted June 15, 2023
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Holdsworth Retrofit and Renovation
- University of Massachusetts Amherst (MA)
The University of Massachusetts Amherst (UMA) has a rapidly evolving commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving the environmental sustainability of its operations. According to the 2007 Intergovernmental Panel …
- Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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Environmental Design (BS)
- University of Houston (TX)
The Bachelor of Science in environmental design follows many of the degree plans of architecture degrees with less of an emphasis on professional practice and more on an emphasis on …
- Posted Dec. 6, 2019
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Specialisation: High Performance Buildings
- University of Sydney (NSW)
The High Performance Buildings program at the University of Sydney is unique in Australia. It offers the opportunity to pursue or develop an exciting career in the built environment field …
- Posted June 10, 2022
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WFU Biofuels
- Wake Forest University (NC)
WFU BioFuels will fuel the crucial movement toward sustainable energy development. The facility will incubate the research and innovation that fuel our country's sustainable energy industries, helping alleviate problems of …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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Indirect Water Footprint Illustration
- University of Virginia (VA)
University of Virginia is the first institution to document an indirect/virtual water footprint for the water impact of products purchased by the institution. A recent study calculated the UVA water …
- Posted Aug. 1, 2018
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Sustainability Quest
- University of Illinois Chicago (IL)
Students Hula hooped 64 rotations for the 64 geothermal wells on University of Illinois at Chicago's campus! This was one of four stops on the Sustainability Quest to spread awareness …
- Posted April 29, 2019
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