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The Sustainability Office is the central hub for coordinating and advising on institution-wide sustainability efforts and initiatives. We collaborate with units, schools, and offices across all of the University鈥檚 campuses, as well as with community partners and organizations. We plan, implement, and communicate sustainability initiatives to reduce resource consumption and the University鈥檚 overall carbon footprint. We work to support the integration of sustainability into our education, research, patient care, and operations.
What is sustainability?
The 天美传媒 defines 鈥渟ustainability鈥� in accordance with the : 鈥�AASHE understands sustainability as a pluralistic concept encompassing human and ecological health, racial equity and social justice, secure livelihoods, and well-being for all now and in the future. Our understanding is informed by concepts of sustainability embedded in many Indigenous cultures as well as the聽聽and the聽”
: 鈥淏efore exploring popular definitions and models of sustainability, it is important to note that Indigenous peoples practiced sustainability long before the term existed. 鈥攖he understandings, skills and philosophies developed by societies with long histories of interaction with their natural surroundings鈥攁re often essential in addressing sustainability challenges.鈥�
Working towards a sustainable future
The University鈥檚 Sustainability Framework provides the basis for further integrating sustainability into everything we do. Through outlining our guiding principles in line with the University鈥檚 strategic plan, this framework paves the way towards an ever more sustainable University.
Meet the team
The Sustainability Office serves the entire University community (students, staff, faculty, medical enterprises, off-sites) to provide resources, offer program oversight and guidance, and foster a culture that integrates sustainability into everyday thinking.
Team Green
The Sustainability Office employs a group of undergraduate student leaders to promote sustainability initiatives and increase awareness among the University community.