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Making Green Cleaning Stick: The Journey to Green Seal Standards
- Muskegon Community College (MI)
- Western Michigan University (MI)
LEED V4 now recognizes custodial programs certified under one of the following: Green Seal's Environmental Standard for Commercial Cleaning Services (GS-42); or International Sanitary Supply Association (ISSA) Cleaning Industry Management …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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Climate Change, Agriculture, and Rural Communities: The Central Great Plains Climate Education Partnership
- Kansas State University (KS)
The Central Great Plains Climate Education Partnership is a National Science Foundation funded collaboration between Kansas State University and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln to develop climate change education programs for …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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The Importance of Post Education Metrics for Academic Curriculum: Analyzing, Assessing and Sustaining Future Leaders
- University of Nevada, Reno (NV)
- Technische Universiteit Delft
Universities are tasked with educating and training the future leaders of society. This responsibility requires an appropriate mix of curriculum, activities and supporting environment so as to provide a favorable …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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Main Campus from the air
- Université de Sherbrooke (QC)
The Université de Sherbrooke, nicknamed the “Green University”, offers its community a wide range of opportunities to take advantage of Quebec's natural beauty.
- Posted Aug. 30, 2023
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Environmental Science (BS)
- University of New England (ME)
Located on the University of New England's seaside University Campus in Biddeford, Maine, the Department of Environmental Studies is committed to increasing awareness and appreciation of human connections with the …
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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UQ Warwick Solar Farm
- University of Queensland (QLD)
Aerial view of the University of Queensland's own 64 megawatt Warwick Solar Farm. The wholly university owned farm is powering UQ to be 100% renewable.
- Posted Aug. 19, 2021
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College hopefuls look for green universities
- USA TODAY (VA)
USA Today reports that "the nation's college-bound students are increasingly looking for green - and no, that doesn't mean just money."
- Posted Aug. 23, 2016
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4 kW Rooftop Array: Science Center
- Saint John's University (MN)
A modest solar array was added to the science center at Saint John's in 2008.
- Posted Aug. 11, 2011
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The challenge of sustainability and integrated reporting at universities: A case study
- University of Cadiz
- University of Zaragoza
This study contributes to research on integrated and sustainability reporting at higher-education institutions in the context of voluntary reporting by focusing on an innovative Spanish university. It examines the developments …
- Posted March 30, 2019
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Putting the People First: A look at UT Austin's Sustainability Master Plan
- University of Texas at Austin (TX)
Sustainability plans often align with traditional university functions: academics, operations and administration. UT Austin took a different approach to their first ever Sustainability Master Plan, resulting in a people-centric plan. …
- Posted Nov. 18, 2016
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Environmental Science (PSM)
- Stockton University (NJ)
The Professional Science Master's (PSM) in Environmental Science offers working professionals and qualified undergraduates an education that is multidisciplinary and applications-oriented, preparing graduates for professional advancement in the business and …
- Posted Aug. 6, 2018
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MS in Environmental Sciences
- Louisiana State University (LA)
LSU's Department of Environmental Sciences offers graduate students a wide range of classroom experiences, field research opportunities, and interactions with decision makers facing real-world environmental challenges. The faculty are committed …
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Master of Conservation Biology
- University of Queensland (QLD)
This program provides a comprehensive education in the ecosystems and evolutionary potential of the world's flora and fauna. High-level coursework covers all aspects of biodiversity and conservation, environmental philosophy, national …
- Posted June 10, 2022
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Chancellor's Green Fund Grant
- University of California, Berkeley (CA)
The annual CACS Sustainability Innovation Grants program enables members of the UC Berkeley campus community to undertake projects that will create a greener, more environmentally sustainable campus -- while saving …
- Posted Feb. 7, 2019
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Green Events Ambassadors: Student Interns Share Zero Waste Knowledge Across Institutions
- University of Wisconsin-Madison (WI)
This informational session will provide attendees with an in-depth look at the University of Wisconsin-Madison Office of Sustainability's intern-run Green Events Program, its zero waste planning, and how this programming …
- Posted Nov. 15, 2021
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Making the Truth Convenient: One Sustainable Behavior at a Time
- NORESCO (NC)
Today's environmentally-aware college students are becoming increasingly active in driving their university's sustainable practices. This increased environmental activity has united a wide range of campus participants, extending the traditional faculty-student …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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Prioritizing Sustainable Learning
- Loyola University Chicago (IL)
- University of South Alabama (AL)
- University of Texas at Austin (TX)
- CannonDesign (NY)
Many of today's colleges and universities have prioritized sustainability and, as a consequence, highly sustainable buildings and landscapes. And, without a doubt, both prospective and current students have expressed a …
- Posted Dec. 1, 2017
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PhD in Environmental Engineering
- University of Tennessee at Knoxville (TN)
A graduate program leading to the Doctor of Philosophy is offered with a major in civil engineering. Specific departmental requirements for the PhD include: A minimum of 72 semester hours …
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Sustaining the Memory of Enslaved Laborers at the University of Virginia: a Participatory and Collaborative Public Art Project
- University of Virginia (VA)
The University of Virginia's Rotunda and Lawn are majestic institutional symbols of the only US campus recognized as a UNESCO world heritage site. Yet Jefferson's architectural masterpiece harbor a painful …
- Posted Nov. 18, 2016
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Universities, Entrepreneurs and Business Incubators: Social Innovation as Economic Solution
- University of Kentucky (KY)
This paper will explore one university's attempt to help small businesses maximize their use of social innovation to solve social and/or environmental problems. The idea of social innovation is not …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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Environmental Science (PhD)
- State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (NY)
The graduate program in environmental science (GPES) offers M. S. , M. P. S. and Ph. D. degrees. GPES was created in the early 1970s as a unique response to …
- Posted April 12, 2018
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47 kW Rooftop Array: Donald Bren Hall
- University of California, Santa Barbara (CA)
Donald Bren Hall received rebates through the State of California for the building's 47 kilowatt solar photovoltaic system. Overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Donald Bren Hall incorporates solar photovoltaic panels that …
- Posted Aug. 11, 2011
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20 kW Rooftop Array: Laker Turf Building
- Grand Valley State University (MI)
The 138,000 square foot Laker Turf Building on GVSU's Allendale campus opened its doors in 2008. Green features include a 20 KW rooftop photovoltaic system and a solar wall on …
- Posted Aug. 11, 2011
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What is your Communication Strategy? - Tools for Marketing Sustainability Across Campus (Webinar)
- Pennsylvania State University (PA)
- GreenerU (MA)
Join GreenerU and Penn State in this insightful webinar targeted at improving your school's communication strategies when it comes to sustainability. Learn helpful marketing tips from Penn State's program on …
- Posted May 8, 2018
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MS in Environmental Science & Policy
- Plymouth State University (NH)
Environmental issues have multiple dimensions involving the natural, social, and physical sciences. In Plymouth State University's Master of Science in Environmental Science and Policy graduate degree program, you'll engage in …
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Sustainability Professionals Expanding Beyond Sustainability
- Bentley University (MA)
- Smith College (MA)
- UMass Chan Medical School (MA)
- GreenerU (MA)
This panel will be a conversion among sustainability professionals who have taken the step from leading an institution's sustainability effort to also lead in other areas of the institution. Examples …
- Posted Jan. 21, 2022
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Comparative Analysis of Campus Greening Grant Programs at U.S. Post-Secondary Institutions
- New York University (NY)
This document compares New York University's Green Grants program with twelve similar campus sustainability granting programs within the United States. It has been prepared as part of an internal review …
- Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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Power of Partnerships: Sharing Successes and Lessons Learned
- Duke University (NC)
- Elon University (NC)
- North Carolina State University (NC)
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (NC)
- University of North Carolina, Charlotte (NC)
In order to effectively reach the campus community, sustainability offices often strive to partner with other offices/departments to engage a broader audience in sustainability efforts. This typically leads to not …
- Posted Dec. 4, 2019
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Understanding Energy Conservation Attitudes, Knowledge and Behaviors in Science Laboratories at a Tier 1 Research-Intensive University
- Michigan State University (MI)
Energy use per square foot from science research labs is disproportionately higher than other university building uses. Necessary use of energy intensive equipment as well as the time and extent …
- Posted Feb. 24, 2016
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Building Sustainability: A Holistic Approach to Evaluations and Retrofits
- University of Virginia (VA)
This case study will focus on a replicable model of how a technically-focused retro-commissioning and energy/water reduction program for individual existing buildings can be expanded into a holistic and cost-effective …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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Stanford reduces emissions by 68% in 2015
- Stanford University (CA)
In late 2011, Stanford's Board of Trustees approved the investment in SESI, of which a key component is a replacement Central Energy Facility for heat recovery, to meet the university's …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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ISSP Networking Session: Do You Have All It Takes to Be an Effective Sustainability Professional?
- Auburn University (AL)
- Colorado State University (CO)
- Michigan State University (MI)
- University of Richmond (VA)
- International Society of Sustainability Professionals (ISSP) (OR)
Calling all active and aspiring sustainability professionals: come learn about the International Society of Sustainability Professionals (ISSP) community and earning ISSP's sustainability credentials. Meet with ISSP members and hear sustainability …
- Posted Nov. 5, 2018
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New York University Bike Racks
- New York University (NY)
New bike racks outside of Othmer Hall in Brooklyn that were installed in 2020 to support community-members choosing to bike during the pandemic. NYU more than doubled it's bike parking …
- Posted Oct. 13, 2020
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Creating a Sustainable Campus Culture through Student Engagement: Capitalizing on Living-Learning Communities and Creative Inquiry Teams
- Clemson University (SC)
- University of South Carolina (SC)
The Leading and Innovating for Our Environment and Future (LIEF) program is a movement on Clemson University's campus to cultivate a culture of sustainability. Students, faculty, and staff are teaming …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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From Waste to Resource: Building a Culture of Circularity and Engagement at ISU's Share Shop
- Illinois State University (IL)
Illinois State University (ISU) has developed and successfully implemented The Share Shop, a free secondhand store located inside the Office of Sustainability. The Share Shop has had a transformative impact …
- Posted Jan. 24, 2025
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Colgate Student Sustainability Consortium Fall 2022 Summit
- Colgate University (NY)
Gathering of student sustainability leaders to coordinate and plan for ways to advance the practice of sustainability on Colgate University's campus.
- Posted Aug. 18, 2023
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Food Waste Interventions
- Georgia Southern University (GA)
- Portland State University (OR)
- Sodexo USA (MD)
Information will be shared about Portland State's No Scraps Left Behind (NSLB) program at the PSU Dining Hall, the residential compost program, donations to PSU's food pantry, & public space …
- Posted Dec. 1, 2017
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Salisbury University - Guerrieri Academic Commons Building
- Salisbury University (MD)
The Academic Commons is a LEED Gold certified building. It is one of Salisbury University's most energy efficient buildings. It has a green roof, highly efficient HVAC system, and LED …
- Posted July 18, 2024
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Agenda 21 at Federal University of Minas Gerais, Brazil
- Federal University of Minas Gerais
Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG) is the largest university in Minas Gerais State, Brazil, with more than 30.000 students, and 3000 professors. In the last two years it is …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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Community-based teaching and research: Sustainability-focused case studies from Portland State University
- Portland State University (OR)
Portland State University's faculty and students routinely go beyond the campus and put into practice the University's motto, 'Let knowledge serve the city.' This panel examines case studies from a …
- Posted Nov. 18, 2016
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Making Every Drop Count - Impact of Irrigation Retrofit at the U of Minnesota
- University of Minnesota, Morris (MN)
- University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (MN)
In the spring and summer of 2012 our university is conducting a joint applied research project with The Toro Company to evaluate the impact of optimizing irrigation control systems and …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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Culture Clash: Art, Electrons, Teaching, Research, and Engagement Meet at the Solar Strand
- University at Buffalo (NY)
The University at Buffalo's 750 kilowatt Solar Strand, brought to life by world-renowned artist Walter Hood, reflects a transformative vision that defines the future of sustainability. Its approach moves beyond …
- Posted June 29, 2012
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Navigating Theory and Practice: Indiana University's Summer Program in Sustainability
- Indiana University Bloomington (IN)
As a prominent component of its emerging, campus-wide program of sustainability Indiana University has developed a high-profile internship program for its IU Bloomington campus. The IU Summer Program in Sustainability, …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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Building Trust with Agricultural and Rural Decision-Makers through Climate Change Education in the Rural U.S. Central Great Plains
- Kansas State University (KS)
The Central Great Plains Climate Education Partnership is developing climate education programming for agricultural producers, rural communities, and rural schools throughout Kansas and Nebraska. It is a National Science Foundation …
- Posted Feb. 26, 2016
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The Essex Report: Workshop on the Principles of Sustainability in Higher Education
- Second Nature (MA)
- Association of University Leaders for a Sustainable Future (DC)
In February of 1995, a workshop at the Essex Conference Center of Essex, Massachusetts brought together thirty-two educators and other professionals with environmental expertise to discuss the principles of sustainability …
- Posted May 6, 2016
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Integrating Social Equity: Texas A&M's 2018 Sustainability Master Plan
- Texas A&M University (TX)
- Ayers Saint Gross (MD)
Released in the Spring 2018 semester, Texas A&M's new Sustainability Master Plan has three primary objectives: to better integrate social equity objectives with environmental and economic efforts, to balance the …
- Posted Nov. 5, 2018
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Empowering Energy and Resource Conservation in University Faculty and Staff
- Northern Arizona University (AZ)
This presentation is an informative and engaging seminar on two of Northern Arizona University's (NAU) Conservation Programs, The Green Office Certification Program (GOC), and Energy Mentor Program (EM). These conservation …
- Posted Dec. 4, 2019
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One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Green Fish: How URI Saves 40 Million Gallons of Water a Year
- University of Rhode Island (RI)
Without clean water, the University of Rhode Island's Aquaculture Center can't fulfill its mission to house fish for research. Yet, the center's water source left a large carbon footprint - …
- Posted July 9, 2012
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Master of Community & Regional Planning (MCRP)
- The University of British Columbia (BC)
The SCARP Masters Program is a generalist degree providing basic expertise across a number of substantive areas and the ability to critically integrate perspectives from each area. The program's strength …
- Posted Feb. 25, 2016
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Geodesign MPS
- Pennsylvania State University (PA)
The World Campus Masters in Professional Studies in Geodesign program is offered in partnership with Penn State's College of Arts and Architecture and in cooperation with Penn State's Department of …
- Posted April 12, 2018
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