| Overall Rating | Silver |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 63.74 |
| Liaison | Derek Martin |
| Submission Date | Feb. 18, 2023 |
California State University, Monterey Bay
PA-2: Sustainability Planning
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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3.00 / 4.00 |
Lacey
Raak Sustainability Director Campus Planning and Development |
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Part 1. Measurable sustainability objectives
Academics
Yes
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives related to academics and the plan(s) in which they are published:
From CSUMB's Inclusive Sustainability Plan:
https://csumb.edu/media/csumb/section-editors/office-of-inclusive-excellence-and-sustainability/sustainability/CSUMB-Inclusive-Sustainability-Plan_2.22.pdf
- Integrate sustainability practices into classroom and departmental operations.
- Ensure all students experience sustainability-related topics in the classroom.
These support the Campus Master Plan: https://csumb.edu/facilities/draft-campus-master-plan-2017/
Some sustainability achievements outlined within the ISP are as follows: 3,198 students participated in service learning (112,996 hours total), 7% of CSUMB curriculum are sustainability related, 46% of departments offer a sustainability course, and 22 capstone projects were related to the Sustainable City Year Program.
https://csumb.edu/media/csumb/section-editors/office-of-inclusive-excellence-and-sustainability/sustainability/CSUMB-Inclusive-Sustainability-Plan_2.22.pdf
- Integrate sustainability practices into classroom and departmental operations.
- Ensure all students experience sustainability-related topics in the classroom.
These support the Campus Master Plan: https://csumb.edu/facilities/draft-campus-master-plan-2017/
Some sustainability achievements outlined within the ISP are as follows: 3,198 students participated in service learning (112,996 hours total), 7% of CSUMB curriculum are sustainability related, 46% of departments offer a sustainability course, and 22 capstone projects were related to the Sustainable City Year Program.
Engagement
Yes
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives related to engagement and the plan(s) in which they are published:
From CSUMB's Inclusive Sustainability Plan: https://csumb.edu/media/csumb/section-editors/office-of-inclusive-excellence-and-sustainability/sustainability/CSUMB-Inclusive-Sustainability-Plan_2.22.pdf
- Enhance and develop a campus culture of sustainability.
- Use available programs and platforms to advance a broad range of sustainability recommendations that are measurable and scalable.
These support the Campus Master Plan: https://csumb.edu/media/csumb/section-editors/facilities-management/k0xsaRrTSKK9jDXkRasK_CSUMB-Master-Plan---HiRes---June-2017.pdf
Some sustainability achievements in 2021 are as follows: in 2021 we hosted 10 sustainability focused events reaching approximately 18% of the campus population, 12 campus presentations focused around zero-waste training reaching approximately 400 students, one Residential Advisor training to 95% of RA's on campus about sustainability in residential halls, six social media campaigns were successfully deployed, and an average 450 people engaged and interacted with our social media account every month.
- Enhance and develop a campus culture of sustainability.
- Use available programs and platforms to advance a broad range of sustainability recommendations that are measurable and scalable.
These support the Campus Master Plan: https://csumb.edu/media/csumb/section-editors/facilities-management/k0xsaRrTSKK9jDXkRasK_CSUMB-Master-Plan---HiRes---June-2017.pdf
Some sustainability achievements in 2021 are as follows: in 2021 we hosted 10 sustainability focused events reaching approximately 18% of the campus population, 12 campus presentations focused around zero-waste training reaching approximately 400 students, one Residential Advisor training to 95% of RA's on campus about sustainability in residential halls, six social media campaigns were successfully deployed, and an average 450 people engaged and interacted with our social media account every month.
Operations
Yes
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives related to operations and the plan(s) in which they are published:
From CSUMB's Inclusive Sustainability Plan: https://csumb.edu/media/csumb/section-editors/office-of-inclusive-excellence-and-sustainability/sustainability/CSUMB-Inclusive-Sustainability-Plan_2.22.pdf
- Plan for future projects to integrate Living Building Challenge certification options, in support of campus-scale efforts to meet Living Community Challenge goals.
- Integrate user-perspectives and occupant behavior before and after building construction
- Support mode-shift from Single Occupancy Vehicles; double percent of bicycle, walking carpool, and bus/shuttle commute trips each by 2030
- Prioritize mobility access for those with limited physical abilities
- Create a strong sense of place by connecting people to the natural environment
- Strengthen management and oversight of habitat on campus
- Promote wellness and encourage healthy behaviors alongside disaster preparedness to help communities face everyday challenges as well as major disruptions or disasters
Align Emergency Preparedness and the Office of Enterprise Risk Management and Environmental Health and Safety goals to prepare for potential operational impacts that result from climate effects
- Establish a framework for implementing sustainable procurement practices
- Expand leadership opportunities and actions to promote sustainable procurement
- Reduce waste associated with move out by 25%
- Achieve 75% diversion of non-demolition and construction waste by 2025
- Promote food justice and access for all students, staff, and faculty
- Increase locally sourced food in all campus food service venues
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions and achieve Carbon Neutrality by 2030
- Support individual and departmental behavior change to lower greenhouse gas emissions
- Advance innovative opportunites and partnerships to support water canservation and sustainability goals
- Reduce water use in all areas of campus operations
These objectives support the Campus Master Plan: https://csumb.edu/media/csumb/migrated-content/d2jtc9c99zuy7wcloudfrontnet/k0xsaRrTSKK9jDXkRasK_CSUMB-Master-Plan---HiRes---June-2017.pdf
Some achievements outlined by the Inclusive Sustainability Plan are: a total reduction of 52% from per-person water use since 2010, a total reduction of 51% from building energy since 2010, 71% of annual food expenditures are on plant-based foods, a total reduction of 33% from per-person waste generation since 2016, 100% of office spaces are maintained in accordance with energy and water management benchmarking programs, all new buildings have achieved or are on track to achieve LEED ratings, 89.6 acres of campus are designated as open space preserves
- Plan for future projects to integrate Living Building Challenge certification options, in support of campus-scale efforts to meet Living Community Challenge goals.
- Integrate user-perspectives and occupant behavior before and after building construction
- Support mode-shift from Single Occupancy Vehicles; double percent of bicycle, walking carpool, and bus/shuttle commute trips each by 2030
- Prioritize mobility access for those with limited physical abilities
- Create a strong sense of place by connecting people to the natural environment
- Strengthen management and oversight of habitat on campus
- Promote wellness and encourage healthy behaviors alongside disaster preparedness to help communities face everyday challenges as well as major disruptions or disasters
Align Emergency Preparedness and the Office of Enterprise Risk Management and Environmental Health and Safety goals to prepare for potential operational impacts that result from climate effects
- Establish a framework for implementing sustainable procurement practices
- Expand leadership opportunities and actions to promote sustainable procurement
- Reduce waste associated with move out by 25%
- Achieve 75% diversion of non-demolition and construction waste by 2025
- Promote food justice and access for all students, staff, and faculty
- Increase locally sourced food in all campus food service venues
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions and achieve Carbon Neutrality by 2030
- Support individual and departmental behavior change to lower greenhouse gas emissions
- Advance innovative opportunites and partnerships to support water canservation and sustainability goals
- Reduce water use in all areas of campus operations
These objectives support the Campus Master Plan: https://csumb.edu/media/csumb/migrated-content/d2jtc9c99zuy7wcloudfrontnet/k0xsaRrTSKK9jDXkRasK_CSUMB-Master-Plan---HiRes---June-2017.pdf
Some achievements outlined by the Inclusive Sustainability Plan are: a total reduction of 52% from per-person water use since 2010, a total reduction of 51% from building energy since 2010, 71% of annual food expenditures are on plant-based foods, a total reduction of 33% from per-person waste generation since 2016, 100% of office spaces are maintained in accordance with energy and water management benchmarking programs, all new buildings have achieved or are on track to achieve LEED ratings, 89.6 acres of campus are designated as open space preserves
Administration
Yes
A list or sample of the measurable sustainability objectives related to administration and the plan(s) in which they are published:
From CSUMB's Strategic Plan: https://csumb.edu/about/mission-strategic-plan/
Priority Initiatives in support of diversity, equity, and inclusion:
- Anticipate and respond to the needs of a diverse university community.
- Strengthen outreach, recruitment, retention, and professional development of diverse faculty, staff, and administrators.
- Leverage the diversity of our university community to enhance the educational experience for all students.
- Ensure graduates can engage in ethical reasoning and public action informed by historical, multicultural, global, ecological, and equity perspectives.
These support the Campus Master Plan: https://csumb.edu/media/csumb/section-editors/facilities-management/k0xsaRrTSKK9jDXkRasK_CSUMB-Master-Plan---HiRes---June-2017.pdf
Priority Initiatives in support of diversity, equity, and inclusion:
- Anticipate and respond to the needs of a diverse university community.
- Strengthen outreach, recruitment, retention, and professional development of diverse faculty, staff, and administrators.
- Leverage the diversity of our university community to enhance the educational experience for all students.
- Ensure graduates can engage in ethical reasoning and public action informed by historical, multicultural, global, ecological, and equity perspectives.
These support the Campus Master Plan: https://csumb.edu/media/csumb/section-editors/facilities-management/k0xsaRrTSKK9jDXkRasK_CSUMB-Master-Plan---HiRes---June-2017.pdf
Part 2. Sustainability in institution’s highest guiding document
Yes
The institution’s highest guiding document (upload):
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Website URL where the institution’s highest guiding document is publicly available:
Which of the following best describes the inclusion of sustainability in the highest guiding document?:
Minor theme
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Website URL where the institution's sustainability plan is publicly available:
Does the institution have a formal statement in support of sustainability endorsed by its governing body?:
Yes
The formal statement in support of sustainability:
Formal statement in support of sustainability is included within the CSUMB Inclusive Sustainability Plan by CSUMB President Eduardo Ochoa:
As President of Cal State Monterey Bay, it is my honor to uphold the vision and goals outlined in the American College & University Presidents’ Climate Commitment. Achieving these goals will enable the campus to be a good steward for our community and the natural environment that we call home. Cal State Monterey Bay is responding to the need to actively care for our environment and all people who rely on a healthy, functioning environment by creating and implementing the 2020 Campus Sustainability Plan. This Plan is an extension of the CSUMB 2013 Climate Action Plan, establishing ambitious goals to ensure that carbon neutrality can be achieved by 2030. Cal State Monterey Bay is committed to making operational and academic decisions that have beneficial impacts on our region. Through this Plan, we encourage students, staff and faculty to participate in the process. Climate change poses real challenges for our society and Cal State Monterey Bay is uniquely positioned to lead through education and innovation.
https://csumb.edu/media/csumb/section-editors/office-of-inclusive-excellence-and-sustainability/sustainability/CSUMB-Inclusive-Sustainability-Plan_2.22.pdf
Formal statement in support of sustainability is included within CSU Chancellor Joseph I. Castro's May 2021 Board of Trustees Meeting:
I want you to know that it is of significance and concern to the CSU as well. Sustainability, more broadly, is a part of everything we do: a part of our DNA. It’s reflected in our building practices and across our operations from facilities management to housing and dining and waste management. It’s embedded in our academic programs. In addition to offering specialized degrees and minors in topics related to sustainability and climate solutions, CSU campuses are integrating climate and sustainability courses across all academic disciplines. Currently, more than 4,500 sustainability-related courses are offered systemwide. Campus as a Living Lab or “CALL” programs provide grants for initiatives that give students a hands-on learning experience while simultaneously addressing a campus facility or operational sustainability goal. Opportunities for multidisciplinary research exist at more than 65 sustainability-related academic institutes or research centers at CSU campuses, as well as marine labs and field stations.
And, importantly, it is reflected in how we manage the CSU’s investments – sustainability considerations have been codified in our master investment policy since 2017.
I am extraordinarily proud of the CSU’s commitment to sustainability in all these areas. Consistent with this commitment, the CSU’s Investment Advisory Committee has always weighed environmental considerations as a matter of course, and this continues to be a priority.
https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/chancellor/the-chancellors-communications/Pages/May-2021-Board-of-Trustees-Meeting-Opening-Remarks-May-18-2021.aspx
As President of Cal State Monterey Bay, it is my honor to uphold the vision and goals outlined in the American College & University Presidents’ Climate Commitment. Achieving these goals will enable the campus to be a good steward for our community and the natural environment that we call home. Cal State Monterey Bay is responding to the need to actively care for our environment and all people who rely on a healthy, functioning environment by creating and implementing the 2020 Campus Sustainability Plan. This Plan is an extension of the CSUMB 2013 Climate Action Plan, establishing ambitious goals to ensure that carbon neutrality can be achieved by 2030. Cal State Monterey Bay is committed to making operational and academic decisions that have beneficial impacts on our region. Through this Plan, we encourage students, staff and faculty to participate in the process. Climate change poses real challenges for our society and Cal State Monterey Bay is uniquely positioned to lead through education and innovation.
https://csumb.edu/media/csumb/section-editors/office-of-inclusive-excellence-and-sustainability/sustainability/CSUMB-Inclusive-Sustainability-Plan_2.22.pdf
Formal statement in support of sustainability is included within CSU Chancellor Joseph I. Castro's May 2021 Board of Trustees Meeting:
I want you to know that it is of significance and concern to the CSU as well. Sustainability, more broadly, is a part of everything we do: a part of our DNA. It’s reflected in our building practices and across our operations from facilities management to housing and dining and waste management. It’s embedded in our academic programs. In addition to offering specialized degrees and minors in topics related to sustainability and climate solutions, CSU campuses are integrating climate and sustainability courses across all academic disciplines. Currently, more than 4,500 sustainability-related courses are offered systemwide. Campus as a Living Lab or “CALL” programs provide grants for initiatives that give students a hands-on learning experience while simultaneously addressing a campus facility or operational sustainability goal. Opportunities for multidisciplinary research exist at more than 65 sustainability-related academic institutes or research centers at CSU campuses, as well as marine labs and field stations.
And, importantly, it is reflected in how we manage the CSU’s investments – sustainability considerations have been codified in our master investment policy since 2017.
I am extraordinarily proud of the CSU’s commitment to sustainability in all these areas. Consistent with this commitment, the CSU’s Investment Advisory Committee has always weighed environmental considerations as a matter of course, and this continues to be a priority.
https://www.calstate.edu/csu-system/chancellor/the-chancellors-communications/Pages/May-2021-Board-of-Trustees-Meeting-Opening-Remarks-May-18-2021.aspx
The institution’s definition of sustainability:
Sustainability is the simultaneous pursuit of human health and happiness, environmental quality, and economic well-being for current and future generations.
At California State University Monterey Bay, we,
Understand that education for sustainability is a lifelong learning process that leads to an informed and involved citizenry having the creative problem-solving skills, scientific and social literacy, and commitment to engage in responsible individual and cooperative actions to support strong communities.
Support sustainability through classroom instruction, learning opportunities (including service learning) as well as partnering with community organizations and operational departments on campus to utilize our campus as a “living lab”.
Recognize the integration and application of systems thinking applied to the three areas of sustainability.
Acknowledge the disproportionate impact environmental degradation has on low-income and/or minority populations and communities.
Strive to achieve excellence in all areas of operational sustainability.
Support individuals in their efforts to align their personal behaviors and practices to support campus sustainability goals.
At California State University Monterey Bay, we,
Understand that education for sustainability is a lifelong learning process that leads to an informed and involved citizenry having the creative problem-solving skills, scientific and social literacy, and commitment to engage in responsible individual and cooperative actions to support strong communities.
Support sustainability through classroom instruction, learning opportunities (including service learning) as well as partnering with community organizations and operational departments on campus to utilize our campus as a “living lab”.
Recognize the integration and application of systems thinking applied to the three areas of sustainability.
Acknowledge the disproportionate impact environmental degradation has on low-income and/or minority populations and communities.
Strive to achieve excellence in all areas of operational sustainability.
Support individuals in their efforts to align their personal behaviors and practices to support campus sustainability goals.
Is the institution an endorser or signatory of the following?:
| Yes or No | |
| The Earth Charter | No |
| The Higher Education Sustainability Initiative (HESI) | No |
| ISCN-GULF Sustainable Campus Charter | No |
| Pan-Canadian Protocol for Sustainability | --- |
| SDG Accord | --- |
| Second Nature’s Carbon Commitment (formerly known as the ACUPCC), Resilience Commitment, and/or integrated Climate Commitment | Yes |
| The Talloires Declaration (TD) | No |
| UN Global Compact | No |
| Other multi-dimensional sustainability commitments (please specify below) | No |
A brief description of the institution’s formal sustainability commitments, including the specific initiatives selected above:
Second Nature Climate Commitment - signed the initial climate commitment then added the resiliency element in 2017 to become signatories to the integrated commitment.
Website URL where information about the institution’s sustainability planning efforts is available:
Additional documentation to support the submission:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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