| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 46.39 |
| Liaison | Weston Dripps |
| Submission Date | March 1, 2019 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
Amherst College
OP-10: Biodiversity
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
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2.00 / 2.00 |
Laura
Draucker Director of Sustainability Office of Environmental Sustainability |
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Does the institution own or manage land that includes or is adjacent to legally protected areas, internationally recognized areas, priority sites for biodiversity, and/or regions of conservation importance?:
Yes
A brief description of the legally protected areas, internationally recognized areas, priority sites for biodiversity, and/or regions of conservation importance:
We have a large sanctuary for biology research, walking, bird watching and other recreational activities. This area is approximately 500 acres within walking distance of campus.
Has the institution conducted an assessment or assessments to identify endangered and vulnerable species (including migratory species) with habitats on institution-owned or –managed land?:
Yes
Has the institution conducted an assessment or assessments to identify environmentally sensitive areas on institution-owned or –managed land?:
Yes
If yes to either of the above, provide the following:
Field research and observation.
A brief description of identified species, habitats and/or environmentally sensitive areas:
A list of species available here: https://www.amherst.edu/campuslife/wildlife-sanctuary/sanctuary_research
A brief description of plans or programs in place to protect or positively affect identified species, habitats and/or environmentally sensitive areas:
Turtle Protection Program: https://www.amherst.edu/campuslife/wildlife-sanctuary/initiatives
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